Advances in Laser Technology Expand its Scope of Applications in Healthcare.DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c46552) has announced the addition of "Advances in Lasers for Imaging and Therapeutic Applications (Technical Insights)" to their offering. Advances in Laser Technology Expand its Scope of Applications in Healthcare Remarkable developments in laser technology in the fields of medicine and surgery have resulted in a greater range of applications for lasers in medicine. Lasers have a huge role to play in the diagnosis and treatment of a disease. While researchers are currently focusing on studying microsurgical laser procedures for cutting chromosomes and deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA DNA: see nucleic acid. DNA or deoxyribonucleic acid One of two types of nucleic acid (the other is RNA); a complex organic compound found in all living cells and many viruses. It is the chemical substance of genes. ), lasers have already found application in oncology, ophthalmology ophthalmology (ŏf'thălmŏl`əjē), branch of medicine specializing in the anatomy, function and diseases of the eye. Ophthalmologists specialize in the medical and surgical treatment of eye disorders, vision measurements for , cosmetic surgery cosmetic surgery, plastic surgery for cosmetic purposes, such as the improvement of the appearance of the face by removing wrinkles or reshaping the nose. , dentistry, cardiology gynecology, gastroenterology gastroenterology Medical specialty dealing with digestion and the digestive system. In the 17th century Jan Baptista van Helmont conducted the first scientific studies in the field; William Beaumont published his own observations in 1833. , dermatology, urology urology Medical specialty dealing with the urinary system and male reproductive organs. It traces its origin to medieval lithologists, itinerant healers who specialized in surgical removal of bladder stones. , and diagnostics. This Technical Insights study examines the impact of advances in lasers in imaging and therapeutic applications. It offers a broad view of the promising areas for laser applications, with core focus on diagnostic imaging, ophthalmology, dermatology, dentistry, and cardiology. This research service enables companies to align their positioning strategies to benefit from these technologies. Reduced Costs Make Lasers Affordable to Several Users With lasers becoming less expensive, they are being increasingly adopted by hospitals. Lasers have become so ubiquitous in medical applications that even private medical offices have started deploying lasers for daily use on patients. Laser treatment procedures low costs have enabled even spas and beauty salons to install them. The aesthetic application segment has contributed significantly to the revenues of the $2.5 billion global medical laser systems market. The United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. , which is the world's largest and most mature market for lasers, has witnessed the introduction of inventive technologies and expansion of lasers into new indications, says the analyst of this research service. The market revenues in the United States are expected to reach $672.4 million in 2009. In other regions, market participants can increase their revenue shares through increased penetration in existing markets. Numerous Benefits Expand the Scope and Opportunities Presented by Advanced Laser Technology Substantial and extensive benefits of laser technologies have increased their uptake among healthcare practitioners. Significantly, lasers enable minimally invasive procedures Minimally invasive surgical procedures avoid open invasive surgery in favor of closed or local surgery with less trauma. These procedures involve use of laparoscopic devices and remote-control manipulation of instruments with indirect observation of the surgical field through an , reduced risk of infection and pain, less bleeding and swelling, precision in targeting the affected area, eliminating the need for general anesthesia Anesthesia, General Definition General anesthesia is the induction of a state of unconsciousness with the absence of pain sensation over the entire body, through the administration of anesthetic drugs. , and shorter hospital stay, leading to improved patient outcomes. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c46552 |
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