Use of a 1.43-[micro]m Laser Coagulator for Treating Corneal Ulcers

Use of a 1.43-[micro]m Laser Coagulator for Treating Corneal Ulcers

It is a common current practice in ophthalmology to use laser for coagulating deep-lying tissues. Laser techniques are sufficiently simple and accurate to be used in outpatient settings. Despite a limited penetration depth, laser coagulators are also widely used for treating corneal pathologies. The...

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Veröffentlicht in:Biomedical engineering 2020-11, Vol.54 (3)
Hauptverfasser: Mikhailov, V.A, Kalachev, Yu.L, Shcherbakov, I.A, Frolov, M.A, Gonchar, P.A, Kazakova, K.A, Frolov, A.M, Shklyaruk, V.V, Dushina, G.N, Tanash, M.A
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Sprache:eng
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Radiation
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Zusammenfassung:It is a common current practice in ophthalmology to use laser for coagulating deep-lying tissues. Laser techniques are sufficiently simple and accurate to be used in outpatient settings. Despite a limited penetration depth, laser coagulators are also widely used for treating corneal pathologies. The article discusses the therapeutic use of a 1.43-[micro]m laser coagulator.
ISSN:0006-3398
1573-8256
DOI:10.1007/s10527-020-10003-9