11 Questions
What is the primary purpose of photocoagulation in laser surgery?
To stop bleeding by coagulating blood vessels
What is photo vaporization used for in laser surgery?
To make incisions and vaporize tissue
What is the term for the ability of laser energy to penetrate through superficial tissues and interact with deeper regions?
Transmission
What is the term for the phenomenon where laser energy scatters in a variety of ways when it reaches the target tissue?
Scattering
What are the primary factors that affect the thermal effect of lasers on biological tissue?
Laser parameters and tissue properties
What is homeostasis in the context of laser surgery?
A procedure to stop bleeding
What is the term for the process of disrupting membranes in laser surgery?
Sonic
What are the three distinct phenomena that contribute to the thermal effect of lasers on biological tissue?
Conversion of light to heat, transfer of heat, and tissue reaction
What is the purpose of diode lasers in tissue transmission?
To achieve deeper penetration
What is the term used to describe the destruction of tissue due to the thermal effect of lasers?
Denaturation
What are the primary parameters of the laser that affect its effect on biological tissue?
Wavelength, power, time, and mode of emission
This quiz explores the properties and applications of dye lasers, including their ability to produce brief pulses and various wavelengths, and their use in medicine, particularly in dermatology.
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