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Is Vein Treatment with KTP Laser Safe for Patient with Pacemaker?

Can a patient with a pacemaker have KTP laser treatment to remove blood vessel spots?

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Dr. Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS
Dr. Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS
Board Certified Phlebologist
Answered on Mar 28, 2015
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Dr. Craig Crippen, MD
Dr. Craig Crippen, MD
Physician
Answered on Oct 10, 2010
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Dr. Kavita Mariwalla, MD
Dr. Kavita Mariwalla, MD
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Answered on Oct 19, 2009
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