Lasers in otolaryngology.
Otolaryngology has employed laser technology since the early 1970s for treatment of the ear, nasal and nasopharyngeal cavities, vocal cords, tongue, and oral mucosa. Perioperative nursing responsibilities center on preoperative education, intraoperative support, monitoring of a safe laser environment, and postoperative discharge management.
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Laser Resources and Consulting Services, Chicago, Illinois.
D006801:Humans; D007828:Laryngoscopy / Q000379:methods; D053685:Laser Therapy / Q000451:nursing; D010038:Otorhinolaryngologic Diseases / Q000601:surgery*; D010789:Phototherapy / Q000379:methods; D014068:Tonsillectomy / Q000379:methods