- What does "laser surgery" mean?
- Laser surgery involves using lasers to perform surgical procedures, utilizing the focused light beam to cut, burn, or destroy tissue.
- What are the benefits of laser surgery?
- Laser surgery offers several advantages, including:
- Precision: Lasers allow for highly precise tissue manipulation, reducing damage to surrounding areas.
- Reduced bleeding: Lasers can seal blood vessels, minimizing blood loss during surgery.
- Faster healing: In some cases, laser surgery can lead to faster healing times and reduced scarring.
- What are some common uses of lasers in surgery?
- Lasers are used in a wide variety of surgical procedures, including:
- Eye surgery: Laser eye surgery, like LASIK, reshapes the cornea to improve vision.
- Skin surgery: Lasers can be used for procedures like removing warts, moles, sunspots, and tattoos, and for skin resurfacing.
- Cancer treatment: Lasers can be used to destroy cancer cells or shrink tumors.
- Other procedures: Lasers are also used in procedures like removing kidney stones, repairing detached retinas, and treating certain types of glaucoma.
