title: Ocular effects of various laser wavelengths.
abstract: Lasers have become an indispensable tool in management of many ocular disorders. This review describes the principles of lasers and the effects various laser modalities and wavelength modalities can produce on ocular structure. Guidelines are provided for appropriate selection of various wavelengths and prevention of complications of the laser treatment.
mesh_terms: D001128:Argon; D002245:Carbon Dioxide; D005123:Eye / Q000528:radiation effects*; D005131:Eye Injuries / Q000209:etiology; D006454:Hemoglobins / Q000528:radiation effects; D006801:Humans; D007726:Krypton; D053685:Laser Therapy; D007834:Lasers / Q000009:adverse effects; D014975:Lutein / Q000528:radiation effects; D008543:Melanins / Q000528:radiation effects; D011832:Radiation Injuries / Q000209:etiology; D012168:Retinal Pigments / Q000528:radiation effects*; D014835:Volatilization
chemical_list: D006454:Hemoglobins; D008543:Melanins; D012168:Retinal Pigments; D002245:Carbon Dioxide; D007726:Krypton; D001128:Argon; D014975:Lutein