Venus VIVA User Manual Effective Date: 28.07.13 P/N: DCVIROW3 Rev.01
The patient should use a high-factor sunscreen (at least 30 SPF) and protect
the treated area from sunlight for at least one month after the treatment.
Tanning of any sort (sun exposure, tanning beds, and artificial sunless tanning
lotions) is not allowed in the treated areas during the entire course of the
treatment. Tanning after treatment may cause hyperpigmentation.
Follow-Up
The following are recommendations for post-treatment follow-up. The most suitable
regimen for each patient should be determined after reading this section.
The patient should return 2-3 days after treatment to ensure that no adverse
events have occurred.
The patient should return several weeks (4-6) after the last treatment for
evaluation of the treatment area.
Update the patient's medical history before each session while being mindful of
sun tanning, new medications, etc. If the patient has not violated the
contraindications, treatment may be performed.
Prior to treatment, perform a test spot in order to choose the adequate
treatment parameters.
If no results are observed and adverse events are noticed, treatment should be
discontinued.
Treatment Conclusion
Treatment should be concluded when the results are satisfactory to the patient or
according to the physician's discretion. Generally 3-4 sessions within 4-6 weeks are
needed. Do not perform more than five consecutive sessions.
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