Optimizing the treatment of facial angiofibromas in tuberous sclerosis: A case report on 577 nm yellow laser therapy

Tuberous sclerosis complex is a rare neurocutaneous disorder characterized by multisystem involvement, including the development of facial angiofibromas. These lesions often lead to significant cosmetic and psychological distress. Here, we report the case of a 22-year-old female with Fitzpatrick type V skin who presented with multiple angiofibromas refractory to topical Rapamycin therapy. The patient underwent a sequential treatment with a pen handpiece followed by scanner-based 577-nm yellow laser therapy, resulting in satisfactory cosmetic outcomes. This case highlights the potential efficacy and tolerability of 577-nm laser treatment as a minimally invasive alternative for managing facial angiofibromas in darker skin types.

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Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery
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2026-09-25
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https://doi.org/10.25259/jcas_237_2025
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Tuberous Sclerosis Complex Research
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Optimizing the treatment of facial angiofibromas in tuberous sclerosis: A case report on 577 nm yellow laser therapy

Swapnil Shah, Namrata Vishwanath Dahe
Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery
Tuberous Sclerosis Complex Research
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Optimizing the treatment of facial angiofibromas in tuberous sclerosis: A case report on 577 nm yellow laser therapy

Swapnil Shah, Namrata Vishwanath Dahe
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Tuberous sclerosis complex is a rare neurocutaneous disorder characterized by multisystem involvement, including the development of facial angiofibromas. These lesions often lead to significant cosmetic and psychological distress. Here, we report the case of a 22-year-old female with Fitzpatrick type V skin who presented with multiple angiofibromas refractory to topical Rapamycin therapy. The patient underwent a sequential treatment with a pen handpiece followed by scanner-based 577-nm yellow laser therapy, resulting in satisfactory cosmetic outcomes. This case highlights the potential efficacy and tolerability of 577-nm laser treatment as a minimally invasive alternative for managing facial angiofibromas in darker skin types.

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Ashwini Hospital (IN), Dr. V. M. Government Medical College (IN)
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Openalex Percentile: Top 12%
Tuberous Sclerosis Complex Research
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