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Title: Lasers in Medicine and Surgery
Lasers in Medicine and Surgery was created to provide a fundamental background for technicians on the theory of laser-tissue interactions, describe commonly used lasers in medicine and optical delivery systems, as well as accessories frequently used with lasers. Numerous medical fields have been impacted by the use of lasers, including cosmetic dermatology, ophthalmology, dentistry, urology, and others. Lasers are used for thermal coagulation of tissues as well as ablation and vaporization of both soft and hard tissues.  more » « less
Award ID(s):
1700352 2000166
PAR ID:
10274658
Author(s) / Creator(s):
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Editor(s):
Panayiotou, Chrysanthos; Pedrotti, Leno
Date Published:
Journal Name:
Lasers in Medicine and Surgery
Format(s):
Medium: X
Sponsoring Org:
National Science Foundation
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