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Laser Applications in Ophthalmology by Johanna Nathasia is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document discusses the history and use of lasers in ophthalmology. It describes how the laser was invented in 1960 and revolutionized retinal therapy. It then discusses the basic principles of photocoagulation, photodisruption, and photoablation used in ocular laser treatments. The document outlines the interaction of different laser wavelengths with ocular tissues and chromophores. It also describes methods of laser delivery and the parameters that determine laser-tissue interaction.
- Author
- Johanna Nathasia
- Language
- EN