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Safety and efficacy for hair removal in dark skin types III and IV with a high‐powered, combined wavelength (810, 940 and 1060 nm) diode laser: A single‐site pilot study

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recommendations! Published in 2022 at "Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology"

DOI: 10.1111/jocd.14926

Abstract: Previous studies have demonstrated the superior efficacy of a high‐power diode laser (4800 W) with a wavelength of 810 nm over others with less power and the same wavelength, while also being safe and comfortable… read more here.

Keywords: diode laser; dark skin; efficacy; wavelength ... See more keywords

Early identification of pressure injuries in people with dark skin tones: Qualitative perspectives from community-based patients and their carers.

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recommendations! Published in 2024 at "Journal of clinical nursing"

DOI: 10.1111/jocn.17362

Abstract: AIM To examine the personal experiences and perceptions of people with dark skin tones and their carers, in relation to pressure injury. DESIGN Qualitative study using semi-structured interviews. METHODS Twenty-two interviews with people with dark… read more here.

Keywords: pressure; early identification; dark skin; people dark ... See more keywords

Monte Carlo simulation of the effect of melanin concentration on light–tissue interactions for transmittance pulse oximetry measurement

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recommendations! Published in 2024 at "Journal of Biomedical Optics"

DOI: 10.1117/1.jbo.29.s3.s33305

Abstract: Abstract. Significance Questions about the accuracy of pulse oximeters in measuring arterial oxygen saturation (SpO2) in individuals with darker skin pigmentation have resurfaced since the COVID-19 pandemic. This requires investigation to improve patient safety, clinical… read more here.

Keywords: dark skin; melanin concentration; monte carlo; skin ... See more keywords

Racial Disparity in Oxygen Saturation Measurements by Pulse Oximetry: Evidence and Implications.

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recommendations! Published in 2022 at "Annals of the American Thoracic Society"

DOI: 10.1513/annalsats.202203-270cme

Abstract: The pulse oximeter is a ubiquitous clinical tool used to estimate blood oxygen levels. However, decreased accuracy of pulse oximetry in patients with dark skin tones has been demonstrated since as early as 1985. Most… read more here.

Keywords: oxygen saturation; dark skin; oxygen; pulse oximeter ... See more keywords