Stephanie D Gan1, Emmy M Graber2. 1. University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan; 2. Boston University School of Medicine and Boston Medical Center, Boston, Massachusetts.
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: Pearly penile papules are asymptomatic, benign growths distributed around the corona of the penis that can frequently be a source of significant psychological distress for the patient. Various treatment options are limited mainly by their complications. DESIGN: Two case reports and a review of the literature. SETTING: University academic setting. PARTICIPANTS: Two subjects of skin types I and V. MEASUREMENTS: Visual inspection and photographs were used to determine clearance. RESULTS: Two cases of pearly penile papules that were successfully treated using a fractionated CO2 laser. CONCLUSION: The fractionated CO2 laser is a well-tolerated treatment for pearly penile papules. Importantly, this modality is useful even in darker skin types.
OBJECTIVE: Pearly penile papules are asymptomatic, benign growths distributed around the corona of the penis that can frequently be a source of significant psychological distress for the patient. Various treatment options are limited mainly by their complications. DESIGN: Two case reports and a review of the literature. SETTING: University academic setting. PARTICIPANTS: Two subjects of skin types I and V. MEASUREMENTS: Visual inspection and photographs were used to determine clearance. RESULTS: Two cases of pearly penile papules that were successfully treated using a fractionated CO2 laser. CONCLUSION: The fractionated CO2 laser is a well-tolerated treatment for pearly penile papules. Importantly, this modality is useful even in darker skin types.
Authors: Eric L Maranda; Lisa Akintilo; Kelsey Hundley; Austin H Nguyen; Kevin J Moore; Joseph Zullo; Joaquin J Jimenez Journal: Lasers Med Sci Date: 2016-09-02 Impact factor: 3.161