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Clinical Benefits of Laser Surgery

• Customers value the clinical benefits of laser surgery for veterinary care

Laser surgery is recognized in human and veterinary medicine for its benefits to both patient and surgeon. While several types of lasers are used for different applications, the primary device for soft tissue surgery in small and mixed animal practices is a carbon dioxide laser.

• Reduced Pain

The CO2 laser beam seals nerve endings as it cuts through tissue. This reduces the amount of pain the patient feels during and after surgery.

• Reduced Bleeding

The CO2 laser beam cauterizes and seals small blood vessels as it cuts. This laser energy achieves hemostasis and provides the surgeon with a bloodless surgical field in most procedures.

• Reduced Swelling

There is no physical contact between the laser and the surgical region, eliminating the tearing and bruising of tissue associated with traditional surgical methods. Lymphatic vessels are also sealed.

• Reduced Infection

Laser energy acts as an antibacterial agent by producing high temperatures, effectively eliminating microorganisms.

• Quicker Recovery

As a result of all of the above, laser surgery provides the benefit your clients will appreciate the most: a quicker recovery for their pet.

Cutting Edge Laser Technologies. (2011, November 8). Clinical Benefits of Laser Surgery.
Retrieved from http://vet.celasers.com/surgical-small/

Gerald W. George DVM | 993 Johnnie Dodds Blvd | Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 | Phone: (843) 884-6171 | Fax: (843) 849-8382