Lasers Use in Dermatology Practice in the Evolving COVID-19 Scenario: Recommendations by SIG Lasers (IADVL Academy) #MMPMID32695689
Dhawan S; Kumari P; De A; Pall A; Pudukadan D; Romi E; Jyothy K; Selvam MD; Mrigpuri S; Shah S; Thurakkal S; Trivedi S
Indian Dermatol Online J 2020[May]; 11 (3): 337-342 PMID32695689show ga
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken the entire world by storm. Almost all dermatology laser procedures are considered non-essential and there is a consensus that they should be deferred till the threat of the COVID-19 is well and truly over. The article presents recommendations for the use of lasers and energy based devices in a safe manner during and in the immediate aftermath of COVID-19 pandemic. Plume generating procedures need full personal protective equipment to be used. Special precautions are required for specific laser and energy based procedures. A robust disinfection strategy based on preventing fomite borne COVID-19 transmission in the laser operating room is essential.