Brazilian Journal of Anesthesiology
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Brazilian Journal of Anesthesiology
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Cirurgia a laser e anestesia

Laser surgery and anesthesia  

Odilar Paiva Filho; José Reinaldo Cerqueira Braz

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JUSTIFICATIVA E OBJETIVOS: As cirurgias com a utilização do laser apresentam riscos para o paciente e para a equipe médica. O objetivo deste artigo é apresentar noções básicas sobre o laser e regras para aumentar a segurança dos procedimentos com sua utilização. CONTEÚDO: O presente artigo contém noções de física aplicadas ao laser, regras de segurança e a conduta em caso de ocorrência de eventos adversos com a utilização do laser. CONCLUSÕES: Concluímos que, quando manipulado por profissionais treinados, e respeitadas as normas de segurança, o laser é útil e seguro, tanto para o paciente quanto para a equipe médica.

Palavras-chave

ANESTESIA, EQUIPAMENTOS, laser

Abstract

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Laser surgeries pose risks both to patients and the medical staff. This article aimed at presenting basic notions for laser usage and rules for improving laser procedures safety.
CONTENTS: Notions of physics applied to laser, safety rules and procedures in case of adverse events with laser application are presented.
CONCLUSIONS: When operated by trained professionals, and provided safety rules are followed, laser is useful and safe both for patients and the medical staff.

Keywords

ANESTHESIA; EQUIPMENTS; laser

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