Fractional CO laser-assisted topical rifamycin drug delivery in the treatment of pediatric cutaneous leishmaniasis.

Cutaneous leishmaniasis is challenging to treat. Various drugs have been proposed to manage this condition, with variable results. In this case report, we describe laser-assisted delivery of rifamycin to treat this infection. Two sessions of fractional CO laser were performed one month apart. Each was followed by a topical application of rifamycin for three days. Resolution with minimal scarring was obtained, suggesting this technique might be safe and effective in treating cutaneous leishmaniasis.