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A CO2 laser for surgical research.

Polanyi Tg, +2 more
- 01 Nov 1970 - 
- Vol. 8, Iss: 6, pp 541-548
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In this article, an integrated CO2 laser and beam manipulator designed specifically for surgical research work is descirbed, and operational characteristics of the instrument relevant to such work are reported.
Abstract
The characteristics of CO2 lasers that render them interesting for surgical applications are reviewed. An instrument consisting of an integrated CO2 laser and beam manipulator, designed specifically for surgical research work, is descirbed. Operational characteristics of the instrument relevant to such work are reported. An accessory for endoscopic surgery is described and instrumentation for microsurgery is discussed. Surgical researches now in progress with this instrument are mentioned.

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Rapid endoscopic control of bleeding gastric erosions by laser radiation.

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