Möglichkeit der Laserstrahltechnik in der Chirurgie

Abstract

Possible Applications of Lasers in SurgerySummary. For technical reasons it has hitherto not been possible to develop a laser scalpel suitable for routine surgery. In animal experiments good results have been obtained with the coagulation of incisions in parenchymatous organs and in the searing of ulcers. The possibilities of vapourizing melanomas, coagulating haemangiomas and varicose veins, and fusing bones are touched on. In addition, the three-dimensional projection of X-ray pictures and the application of laser absorption spectroscopy to the monitoring of metabolic processes in intensive care are reported. Key words: