title: Effects of the argon laser on anaesthetic gases and endotracheal tubes.
abstract: The effects of argon laser light on endotracheal tubes and gas mixtures have been studied. In recommended use accidental exposure to red rubber and PVC tubes caused minimal damage. Prolonged exposure of PVC tubing and a 2:1 nitrous oxide:oxygen mixture produced a minimal increase in temperature and no detectable increase in the concentration of higher oxides of nitrogen. Transparent endotracheal tubes are recommended if the argon laser is being used in the management of cutaneous lesions of the head and neck.
mesh_terms: D000769:Anesthesia, Inhalation; D001128:Argon; D004869:Equipment Safety; D007442:Intubation, Intratracheal / Q000295:instrumentation*; D007834:Lasers / Q000009:adverse effects*; D009609:Nitrous Oxide; D010100:Oxygen; D011143:Polyvinyl Chloride; D012408:Rubber
chemical_list: D001128:Argon; D011143:Polyvinyl Chloride; D012408:Rubber; D009609:Nitrous Oxide; D010100:Oxygen