Method and apparatus for laser tissue ablation

Details Method and apparatus for laser tissue ablation Method and apparatus for laser tissue ablation

2003-04-29

2011-12-13

Farah, Ahmed (Department: 3769)

Surgery

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C606S003000

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08074661

ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for ablating material. The material is preferably a heterogenous or composite material, such as animal tissue. A table top laser system can be employed in the invention. Alternatively, a larger laser, such as a free electron laser can be employed.

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