Nd:YAG laser for effective treatment of multiple cylindroma of the scalp.

The case presented illustrates the successful effect of the Nd:YAG laser in the treatment of multiple giant scalp tumours in a patient who would not accept surgical excisions. A 60-year-old woman with multiple cylindroma covering the whole scalp area was treated with a Nd:YAG laser in a cutting continuous mode. Postoperative healing by second intention within 3-4 weeks left limited superficial scars. No tendency to relapse was noted during a follow-up of 4 years.