CO2 Laser Vascular Welding Of Medium Diameter (4-9mm) Canine Vessels

Michael C. Dalsing; Dolores F. Cikrit; Todd S. Weinstein; Stephen G. Lalka; Joseph L. Unthank

doi:10.1117/12.952029

11 September 1989 CO₂ Laser Vascular Welding Of Medium Diameter (4-9mm) Canine Vessels

Michael C. Dalsing, Dolores F. Cikrit, Todd S. Weinstein, Stephen G. Lalka, Joseph L. Unthank

Proceedings Volume 1066, Laser Surgery: Advanced Characterization, Therapeutics, and Systems; (1989) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.952029
Event: OE/LASE '89, 1989, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Abstract

This article reviews the current state of the art in the field of vascular welding using the milliwatt CO₂ to repair 4 to 9 mm vessels. Previous work in arterial anastomosis and intraluminal welding is evaluated. A preliminary study in the area of venous anastomosis is presented in detail. Following the presentation of the current available data, a discussion of the field will emphasize what we know and what still must be learned. The conclusions confirm the feasibility of laser-assisted vascular repair and highlight its method of coagulative welding with resultant short and long-term effect on living tissues.

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Michael C. Dalsing, Dolores F. Cikrit, Todd S. Weinstein, Stephen G. Lalka, and Joseph L. Unthank "CO₂ Laser Vascular Welding Of Medium Diameter (4-9mm) Canine Vessels", Proc. SPIE 1066, Laser Surgery: Advanced Characterization, Therapeutics, and Systems, (11 September 1989); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.952029

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