Photoablation
Photoablation is a medical procedure that involves the use of light to remove tissue. The term is derived from the Greek words "photo", meaning light, and "ablation", meaning removal.
Pronunciation
Pho·to·ab·la·tion
Etymology
The term "photoablation" is derived from the Greek words "photo", meaning light, and "ablation", meaning removal.
Procedure
Photoablation is a procedure that uses light, usually in the form of a laser, to remove tissue. The light is absorbed by the tissue, which causes it to break down and be removed. This procedure is often used in eye surgeries, such as LASIK, to reshape the cornea and improve vision. It can also be used in other types of surgeries, such as removing skin lesions or tumors.
Related Terms
- Ablation: The process of removing tissue from the body.
- Laser Ablation: A type of ablation that uses a laser to remove tissue.
- LASIK: A type of eye surgery that uses a laser to reshape the cornea and improve vision.
- Cornea: The clear front surface of the eye.
See Also
- Photocoagulation: A similar procedure that uses light to coagulate tissue rather than remove it.
- Photodynamic Therapy: A treatment that uses light to activate a drug that kills cancer cells.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Photoablation
- Wikipedia's article - Photoablation
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