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Q: What are some genital skin concerns that can be treated with the CO&amp;#8322;RE system?

<p>The CO<sub>2</sub>RE system can treat many skin conditions that women may experience:</p><ul><li>Vulvar and vaginal intraepithelial neoplasia (VIN, VAIN) </li><li>Condyloma acuminatum </li><li>Leukoplakia (vulvar dystrophies) </li><li>Surgical scar tissue </li><li>Soft tissue changes</li></ul>

WHAT IS CO₂RE^® Intima?

The CO₂RE system is a simple, efficient, energy-based solution that can treat many gynecological skin concerns without any hormones.

What CO₂RE Intima Laser Does

Here’s how the CO₂RE Intima laser treatment can help.

Your physician will use the CO₂RE system to deliver laser energy to a targeted area of the skin, including along the vaginal wall.
This delivery of energy stimulates a healing response and results in remodeling of the soft tissue fibers.
New fiber and collagen form to revitalize the skin.

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2 good reasons to consider CO₂RE treatments:

1. Walk-in, walk-out treatment:

It can take as little as 10 minutes and can be performed in your physician’s office during your regular visits.

2. Non-surgical procedure:

There’s little pain and discomfort with this hormone-free, incisionless solution.

Ask a medical professional about your treatment options.

Here’s a glossary of terms that may help you have a productive conversation.

Condyloma acuminatum	Warts in the gynecological space.
lntroitus	Opening to the vaginal canal.
Leukoplakia	Formation of white patches on the mucous membrane, like the vulva.
Neoplasia	Type of abnormal and excessive growth of tissue.
Vagina	Elastic, muscular canal with a soft, flexible lining that provides lubrication and sensation.
Vulva	External parts of the female genitalia.
Vulvar dystrophy	Abnormal growth around the vulva.

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FAQs about CO₂RE^® Intima laser treatment

Are gynecological skin conditions common?

Skin and soft tissue in the genital area can change over time. These changes can be the result of trauma and aging.

Often, out of embarrassment, women avoid seeking medical help. But, problems affecting your vaginal health are nothing to be embarrassed about. Careful examination of the external genitalia, introitus, and vaginal canal are an important part of the female health examination.

When should I seek medical advice?

If your skin changes in appearance (color or texture) or sensation, talk to a medical professional about what can help.

What are some genital skin concerns that can be treated with the CO₂RE system?

The CO₂RE system can treat many skin conditions that women may experience:

Vulvar and vaginal intraepithelial neoplasia (VIN, VAIN)
Condyloma acuminatum
Leukoplakia (vulvar dystrophies)
Surgical scar tissue
Soft tissue changes

What can I expect following a CO₂RE treatment?

The response to treatment will vary and results appear gradually.

What about side effects?

Speak with your physician about any side effects such as swelling, itching ,discomfort, or minor pain that could occur with energy-based treatments. For a complete list, speak to your physician.

*CO₂RE System is cleared under FDA. FDA clearance number K181523.

The CO₂RE system is indicated for use in surgical applications requiring the ablation, vaporization, excision, incision, and coagulation of soft tissue in medical specialties including: aesthetic surgery (dermatology and plastic surgery), podiatry, gynecology, neurosurgery, orthopedics (soft tissue), arthroscopy (knee).

Gynecology (GYN)

Laser incision, excision, ablation and/or vaporization and of soft tissue in gynecology (GYN) for the treatment of: conization of the cervix, including cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN); vulvar and vaginal intraepithelial neoplasia (VIN, VAIN); Condyloma acuminate, including cervical, genital, vulvar, perineal, and Bowenoid papulosa (BP) lesions; Leukoplakia (vulvar dystrophies); Herpes vaporization; Urethral caruncle vaporization; Cervical dysplasia; Benign and malignant tumor and hemangiomas.

CO2RE® Intima

For women’s health

WHAT IS CO2RE® Intima?

The CO2RE system is a simple, efficient, energy-based solution that can treat many gynecological skin concerns without any hormones.

What CO2RE Intima Laser Does

Here’s how the CO2RE Intima laser treatment can help.