Which type of laser is best suited for vascular lesions?

The Nd:YAG laser is particularly well-suited for treating vascular lesions due to its specific wavelength and tissue interaction properties. This laser operates at a wavelength of 1064 nm, which is highly effective for targeting deeper blood vessels and hemoglobin within the skin. The Nd:YAG laser’s ability to penetrate deeper layers of the skin without damaging the surrounding tissue makes it an optimal choice for treating conditions such as and not limited to port-wine stains, spider veins, and other vascular lesions.

In contrast, while other laser types like the Q-switched laser can be effective for certain dermatological applications, they are more commonly used for pigmentation issues rather than vascular lesions. The CO2 laser is primarily used for skin resurfacing and the treatment of superficial lesions, focusing more on the outer layers of the skin. Intense Pulsed Light, although it has some efficacy for treating vascular conditions, is not as precise as the targeted energy delivered by lasers like the Nd:YAG for specifically addressing deeper vascular lesions. Thus, the Nd:YAG laser stands out as the most effective option for this particular application.