CO2 Laser Treatment in Idiopathic Scrotal Calcinosis: A Case Series

Giovanni Cannarozzo; Luigi Bennardo; Francesca Negosanti; Steven Paul Nisticò

doi:10.34172/jlms.2020.79

CO₂ Laser Treatment in Idiopathic Scrotal Calcinosis: A Case Series

J Lasers Med Sci. 2020 Fall;11(4):500-501. doi: 10.34172/jlms.2020.79. Epub 2020 Oct 3.

Authors

Giovanni Cannarozzo¹, Luigi Bennardo², Francesca Negosanti³, Steven Paul Nisticò²

Affiliations

¹ MD, Department of Dermatology, University of Rome "Tor Vergata", Rome, Italy 2.
² MD, Department of Dermatology, Magna Graecia University, Catanzaro, Italy 3.
³ MD, Division of Dermatology, Centro Dermatologico, Bologna, Italy.

Abstract

Introduction: Idiopathic scrotal calcinosis (ISC) is a benign and uncommon condition characterized by the presence of multiple and calcified nodules of the scrotum without disorders in the calcium/ phosphorous metabolism. The condition is usually asymptomatic. Various treatments are available. Surgery is the traditional treatment for ISC, as it allows a histopathological exam. However, newer treatments, such as ablative lasers, have been proposed with very good results. Methods: In this article, we report our experience in the treatment of ISC with a CO₂ laser. Five patients affected by ISC were enrolled for CO₂ laser treatment. Results: All patients had excellent healing. Four patients reported minimal scarring. No bleeding was reported after the procedure. Two patients reported itching and were treated with oral antibiotics and antihistamine drugs. Conclusion: The CO₂ super pulsed laser is a fast and effective way to treat ISC and may be an alternative to traditional surgery in this condition.

Keywords: CO2 laser; Idiopathic scrotal calcinosis; Laser therapy.

Publication types

Case Reports