American Society for Dermatologic Surgery

DENVER — A novel hydroquinone-free correcting serum proved efficacious and tolerable in women with hyperpigmentation, according to a study presented here.

DENVER — A cream with heparin sulfate analog successfully reduced erythema in patients with rosacea, according to a study presented here.

DENVER — High-intensity focused electromagnetic field plus radiofrequency was well tolerated and effective in reducing fat and increasing muscle in the upper arms, according to a study presented here.

DENVER — A small pilot study suggested the use of ablative fractional laser could be beneficial in the treatment of acne.

DENVER — While rare, platelet-rich plasma injections can sometimes affect vision loss, suggesting similar precautions be used as with facial fillers, according to a study presented here.

DENVER — Survival of Merkel cell carcinoma can be impacted by primary tumor site, with head and neck tumors showing the highest rates of morbidity, according to a study presented here.

DENVER — A 1,726 nm laser was safe and effective in treating moderate to severe acne vulgaris, according to a study presented here.

DENVER — Individuals with skin of color are more likely to have pigmented basal cell carcinoma and present with keratinocyte carcinoma at a younger age than white non-Hispanic individuals, according to a study presented here.

DENVER — Ropivacaine duration varies by anatomic region, with the anesthesia lasting shorter amounts of time in highly vascular regions, according to a presentation at the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Annual Meeting.