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  "abstract": "Purpose\n\nTo report a case of iatrogenic macular burn caused by a cosmetic laser hair removal procedure and review the related literature.Observations\n\nA 25-year-old woman developed central vision loss and scotoma in the right eye following a diode laser hair removal session. Fundus examination revealed a foveal burn, and optical coherence tomography (OCT) demonstrated disruption of the outer retinal layers with hyperreflective scar tissue. OCT angiography (OCTA) showed focal ischemia without neovascularization. Visual acuity remained stable over six months of follow-up.Conclusions and importance\n\nCosmetic laser procedures, though considered safe, carry a risk of sight-threatening retinal injury even with protective eyewear. Strict adherence to laser safety protocols and operator training is essential to prevent iatrogenic ocular damage.",
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    "Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia",
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  "published": "2026-10-17",
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  "title": "Macular burn caused by laser used in dermatological hair removal procedure on the arm: A case report and literature review",
  "title_text": "Macular burn caused by laser used in dermatological hair removal procedure on the arm: A case report and literature review",
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  "updated_at": "2026-11-02T12:22:00Z",
  "url": "https://research.draconitic.com/paper/03tjvqn88egp1",
  "venue": "American journal of ophthalmology case reports",
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