Laser instrumentation and safety
Doiron, D.R.; Profio, A.E.
Clinics in Chest Medicine 6(2): 209-217
1985
ISSN/ISBN: 0272-5231 PMID: 3928235 Document Number: 266535
A review of the operation principles of lasers and the various types used in chest medicine is given. This includes CO2, Nd:YAG, argon, krypton, and dye lasers. Safety considerations in the use of lasers are also outlined.
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