Glossary Term
Laser-Assisted Devices
Definition
Laser-assisted devices are medical tools that use laser technology to enhance precision, reduce invasiveness, and improve the efficacy of various diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. These devices combine focused light energy with specialized delivery systems to perform tasks like cutting, coagulation, tissue ablation, or imaging with minimal impact on surrounding tissues.
Relevance to the MedTech Industry
Laser-assisted devices play a transformative role in modern medicine by enabling minimally invasive procedures, reducing recovery times, and improving clinical outcomes. Their versatility spans multiple specialties, including surgery, dermatology, ophthalmology, and dentistry.
Additional Information & Related Terms
Related Terms
Photothermal Therapy: Using lasers to generate heat for therapeutic purposes, such as tissue ablation.
CO2 Laser Devices: Commonly used in surgery and dermatology for cutting and vaporizing tissues with high precision.
Excimer Laser: Used in refractive eye surgeries like LASIK to reshape the cornea.
Fractional Laser Technology: A method that treats only a fraction of the skin surface for faster recovery.
Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS): Surgical approaches that frequently incorporate laser-assisted devices.