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What is the primary cause of laser-induced tissue damage?
What is the primary cause of laser-induced tissue damage?
- Radiation exposure from the laser beam
- Electrical shock from the laser device
- Thermal damage due to temperature rise (correct)
- Mechanical trauma from the laser probe
How are medical applications of lasers often categorized?
How are medical applications of lasers often categorized?
- By type of treatment only
- By type of laser used only
- By medical specialty only
- By type of treatment and laser used (correct)
What is a characteristic of laser treatment in terms of blood loss?
What is a characteristic of laser treatment in terms of blood loss?
- No difference in blood loss compared to traditional methods
- Increased blood loss due to laser use
- Unpredictable blood loss patterns
- Less blood loss due to the laser cut (correct)
Why do laser pulses minimize patient pain?
Why do laser pulses minimize patient pain?
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What advantage does laser treatment provide to the doctor?
What advantage does laser treatment provide to the doctor?
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What is a common feature of modern laser devices?
What is a common feature of modern laser devices?
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What is a medical application of laser technology in cosmetic surgery?
What is a medical application of laser technology in cosmetic surgery?
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What is a benefit of laser treatment in terms of hospital stay?
What is a benefit of laser treatment in terms of hospital stay?
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What is a consequence of laser-induced tissue damage?
What is a consequence of laser-induced tissue damage?
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What is a category of medical application of lasers?
What is a category of medical application of lasers?
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