Vascular applications of laser.
The authors review the current experimental and clinical literature relating to the use of lasers in peripheral vascular disease. During the past few years, significant strides have been made in effective harnessing of laser energy for percutaneous revascularization. However, the role of lasers in treating vascular disease is not yet clear. Thus current application of laser technology in this area should be considered experimental until adequate clinical studies confirm its efficacy.
Cragg
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Department of Radiology, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City 52242.
Gardiner
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Smith
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TP
D000800:Angioplasty, Balloon / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy