title: Laser angioplasty in peripheral vascular disease.
abstract: The use of laser energy to recanalize peripheral arterial vessels is a new and challenging alternative to more extensive surgical intervention. This exciting technique allows the critical care nurse to respond creatively to changing protocols and patient situations, establishing standards of nursing care for this patient population.
authors.forename: M C
authors.initials: MC
authors.lastname: Paul
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Halfman-Franey
mesh_terms: D004509:Education, Nursing, Continuing; D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D011182:Postoperative Care; D014652:Vascular Diseases / Q000209:etiology / Q000451:nursing* / Q000601:surgery