1.
Briefly discuss the physics of lasers (energy, power, coherence, collimation, and monochromaticity).
2.
Review tissue effects of lasers.
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Discuss the three parameters that control the laser/surgical dose.
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What physical precautions do you use in a room where you are using lasers (patient and OR staff)?
5.
While using the CO2 laser in ablation of laryngeal papillomatosis, the ETT catches on fire! Think fast!!!!!
6.
Explain the difference between photoangiolytic and cutting/ablating lasers.
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Explain continuous, pulsed and q-switched lasers. When should you choose one over the other?
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Characteristics of the CO2 laser and its uses.
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Characteristics of the Nd: YAG lasers and its uses
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Characteristics of the Argon lasers and its uses.
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Characteristics of the KTP lasers and its uses.
12.
Describe hemangioma management with lasers. Which laser do you use and why? Timing?
13.
What are the advantages to laser surgery vs. cold surgery in laryngeal lesions.
14.
What is the efficacy of photodynamic therapy (PDT) in the treatment of H&N cancers?
Reference(s):
Biel, M. (2006). Advances in photodynamic therapy for the treatment of head and neck cancers. Lasers in Surgery and Medicine, 38(5), 349–355.
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Biel M.Advances in photodynamic therapy for the treatment of head and neck cancers.
16.
Laser hair removal. How does it work? Will it be effective on your light skin and blond patients?
17.
Briefly discuss different types of lasers for tattoo removal.
18.
Discuss laser therapy for scars. How does it compare to steroid injections?
19.
What is the difference between ablative, nonablative fractional skin resurfacing lasers?