Abstract
Lasers have become an indispensable tool in management of many ocular disorders. This review describes the principles of lasers and the effects various laser modalities and wavelength modalities can produce on ocular structure. Guidelines are provided for appropriate selection of various wavelengths and prevention of complications of the laser treatment.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 391-404 |
Number of pages | 14 |
Journal | Survey of ophthalmology |
Volume | 28 |
Issue number | 5 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1984 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- YAG laser
- argon laser
- carbon dioxide laser
- glaucoma
- krypton laser
- laser
- photocoagulation
- retina
- secondary membrane
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Ophthalmology