Synopsis
Preface.- Laser physics and laser sources for cardiovascular applications.- Optic fibers and mechanical properties of laser catheters.- Landmarks along the introduction of laser to cardiovascular therapy.- Laser-thrombus interaction: from basic research to clinical utilization in the management of cardiovascular diseases.- Laser for treatment of acute coronary syndromes.- Laser for management of ST-elevation acute myocardial infarction.- Laser for revascularization of complex targets: old SVGs, CTO, left main disease, stent restenosis.- Laser utilization for synergistic technology strategy for coronary revascularization: laser and directional rotablation; laser combined with drug eluting balloon.- Laser for revascularization of peripheral arterial disease- SFA, renal, subclavian, carotid arteries.- Laser for infra-popliteal revasculariztion.- TMR- physiology, pathology and basic research concepts.- TMR-endovascular and surgical techniques and clinical outcomes.- Laser application for venous thrombosis.- Laser for IVC filter removal.- Laser for interventional electrophysiology - extraction and removal of pacemaker and AICD leads.- Laser for treatment of cardiac arrhythmias.- Laser application for treatment of congenital heart disease.- Nursing perspectives of cardiovascular laser procedures.- Laser safety in the cardiovascular suite and the operation room.- Laser induced cardiovascular complications : mechanisms, recognition and management.- Laser in cardiovascular veterinary medicine.
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