Korean journal of dermatology (대한피부과학회지)

Korean Dermatological Association (대한피부과학회)
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The Principles of Intense Pulsed Light and Its Clinical Application

Intense Pulsed Light의 원리와 임상적 활용

  • Park, Hyun-Sun (Department of Dermatology, Seoul National University College of Medicine) ;
  • Kim, Bang-Soon (S&U Dermatologic Clinic) ;
  • Kim, Tae-Heung (White-Line Skin Clinic) ;
  • Choi, Mi-Ra (Department of Dermatology, Seoul National University College of Medicine) ;
  • Kim, Kyu-Han (Department of Dermatology, Seoul National University College of Medicine)
  • 박현선 (서울대학교 의과대학 피부과학교실) ;
  • 김방순 (S&U 피부과) ;
  • 김태흥 (화이트라인 하얀 피부과) ;
  • 최미라 (서울대학교 의과대학 피부과학교실) ;
  • 김규한 (서울대학교 의과대학 피부과학교실)
  • Received : 2010.09.13
  • Accepted : 2010.09.17
  • Published : 2010.09.30
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Abstract

Intense pulsed light (IPL) is a high-intensity pulsed light source emitting polychromatic, non-coherent, and defocused light with a broad wavelength spectrum. However, IPL can similarly work as a conventional laser with the help of variable cut-off filters. It enables selective destruction of target chromophores based upon the theory of selective photothermolysis. Clinicians can combine variable factors including wavelengths, pulse durations, and fluences in IPL systems, which allow great versatility in treating wide ranges of dermatologic diseases and flexibility in optimizing individual treatment parameters according to different skin types or indications. These properties are of great advantage for skilled and experienced clinicians but can be a source of unwanted serious adverse effects for untrained ones at the same time. Therefore, we summarized the basic principles and clinical application of IPL devices to provide the practical guidance. In addition, critical diagnostics, a great deal of experience, and a thorough knowledge of skin pathology and physiology are required for an effective and safe IPL treatment.

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