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Dermatologic laser surgery.
1Louisiana State University Medical School.
Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America
|February 1, 1990
Summary
Lasers, invented in 1959, are now vital in skin surgery. Future research will explore new laser systems and their biological effects.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology and Biomedical Optics
Background:
- The first laser was developed in 1959.
- Lasers have rapidly advanced to become integral in modern medicine.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the established role of lasers in cutaneous surgery.
- To highlight future opportunities in laser systems and photobiology.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of laser applications in dermatology.
- Analysis of historical development and future trends.
Main Results:
- Lasers have secured a significant position in cutaneous surgery within three decades.
- The field presents numerous avenues for exploring novel laser technologies.
Conclusions:
- Lasers are a well-established tool in dermatologic surgery.
- Continued innovation in laser systems and understanding laser-photobiology interactions is promising.