title: Evaluation of the neodymium-YAG laser for treatment of ocular opacities.
abstract: The Neodymium:YAG Laser was used to find damage thresholds for glass and PMMA IOLs. In addition, optimal cone angles of the laser in regard to laser safety was determined along with consideration of suitability of other laser wavelengths. Lastly, investigation of substitute solutions for optical breakdown compared to vitreous was evaluated.
mesh_terms: D002387:Cataract Extraction / Q000009:adverse effects; D003315:Cornea / Q000528:radiation effects; D004307:Dose-Response Relationship, Radiation; D005128:Eye Diseases / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy; D007910:Lenses, Intraocular; D014822:Vitreous Body / Q000601:surgery*