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RCTs reporting PIH incidence after laser or other energy\u2010based treatments were eligible. A random\u2010effects network meta\u2010analysis (NMA) combined direct and indirect evidence; treatments were ranked by surface under the cumulative ranking curve (SUCRA).<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Fourteen RCTs were included in the systematic review, with 11 included in the NMA. Intradermal tranexamic acid (TXA), topical corticosteroids, topical vasoconstrictors, oral TXA, and epidermal cooling were significantly more effective in reducing PIH incidence compared with sunscreen monotherapy, with intradermal TXA demonstrating the highest efficacy (RR: 0.02, 95% CI: 0.00\u20130.53). Whitening agents and epidermal growth factor formulations did not show significant benefit over sunscreen, while sunscreen monotherapy was ineffective compared with placebo. Reported adverse events were generally mild, although intradermal TXA was associated with injection site discomfort and bruising.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This systematic review and NMA indicate that topical corticosteroids and intradermal TXA may offer greater protection against laser\u2010induced PIH than sunscreen monotherapy. Preventive strategies should be incorporated into laser treatment planning, particularly for patients with higher risk of hyperpigmentation. Overall, the findings support an evidence\u2010based and individualized approach to PIH prevention. 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