photocoagulation

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Photocoagulation is a medical procedure that uses a high-energy light source, such as a laser, to coagulate tissue. This process generates intense heat when the light beam is focused, allowing for precise surgical applications.1

In medicine, laser photocoagulation is used to stop bleeding in areas like the gastrointestinal tract, often caused by ulcers. It's also employed to treat pigmented lesions, remove tattoos, and address vascular tumors like hemangiomas. Additionally, lasers are utilized in treating conditions such as bladder cancer, glaucoma, and various cervical and vulvar lesions.2

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