The argon "contact" laser scalpel: technical considerations.
The authors describe the use of a new contact argon laser scalpel designed specifically for hand-controlled cutting and hemostasis. This instrument delivers energy precisely to targeted tissue and produces minimal damage to adjacent healthy structures. Potential clinical applications are discussed.
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Department of Neurosurgery, University of Florida, Gainesville.
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D000818:Animals; D001128:Argon; D004691:Endarterectomy / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods; D053685:Laser Therapy / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000379:methods; D007834:Lasers / Q000295:instrumentation*; D011817:Rabbits
D001128:Argon