Near infra-red selective photothermolysis for ectatic vessels an

Details Near infra-red selective photothermolysis for ectatic vessels an Near infra-red selective photothermolysis for ectatic vessels an

1996-09-26

1998-05-12

Shay, David

Surgery

Instruments

Light application

606 3, 606 13, A61N 506

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ABSTRACT:
Near-infrared selective photothermolysis for the treatment of ectatic blood vessels, for example, blood vessels of a portwine stain birthmark. This technique is especially applicable to deeper lying blood vessels in view of the better penetration of the near infrared light. Consequently, vessels are below a dermal/epidermal boundary can be reached. Near-infrared is defined as a range of approximately 700 to 1,200 nm. The optimal colors are near 760 or between 980 to 990 nm for most populations.

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