The present and future application of lasers to the treatment of endometriosis and infertility

Keye Wr, Keye WR Jr, W R Keye
International journal of fertility · 1986 · vol. 31(2) , pp. 160–4 · PMID:2875039 · W2467523538
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This review describes current laser applications (CO2, argon, Nd:YAG) for treating endometriosis and infertility and explores potential future uses of the free-electron laser.

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Abstract

Conventional approaches to the treatment of endometriosis usually require major surgery, prolonged use of medications or both. The laser has provided an opportunity to treat mild and moderate endometriosis at the time of diagnosis at laparoscopy, thus avoiding delays in attempts to conceive. This review describes the current use of the CO2, argon and Nd:YAG lasers in the treatment of endometriosis. Potential and future uses of the free-electron laser (FEL) are also described.

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endometriosisinfertility

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Endometriosis Infertility, Female Laser Therapy Laser Therapy Peritoneal Neoplasms Argon Argon Carbon Dioxide Carbon Dioxide Electrons Electrons Endometriosis Endometriosis Endometriosis Female Female Humans Humans Infertility, Female Infertility, Female

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