title: Laser safety in the operating room.
abstract: Lasers are a safe and effective tool when used appropriately with the proper safeguards in place. Institutions that use lasers must have safety protocols in place, as well as a Laser Safety Officer overseeing the implementation of these protocols.
authors.affiliation: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, 243 Charles Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02114, USA. david_baxter@meei.harvard.edu
authors.forename: David A
authors.initials: DA
authors.lastname: Baxter
mesh_terms: D005135:Eye Protective Devices; D005390:Fires / Q000517:prevention & control; D006282:Health Personnel; D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy; D009873:Operating Rooms; D013508:Ophthalmologic Surgical Procedures; D010361:Patients; D012449:Safety