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Nd-YAG laser

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Nd-YAG laser
Neodymium-yttrium aluminum garnet laser Surgery A photocoagulation unit used to control acute and chronic GI hemorrhage–eg, endoscopically guided Nd-YAG laser may be used to control esophageal varices, vascular ectasias, angiodysplasia, radiation-induced telangiectasia, watermelon stomach, telangiectasia of Osler-Weber-Rendu, BPH, palliation of CA and benign and malignant obstructive biliary tract lesions. See Lasers.


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FT Raman usually utilizes a Nd-YAG laser, an interferometer and a near-IR detector.
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The Nd-YAG laser vaporizes the soft organic material that makes up cavities, but is too weak to damage healthy enamel.
 
 
 
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