Medical research
This laser is supposed to rejuvenate vaginal tissue. But scientists say it's no better than a placebo
Have you heard of a fractional carbon dioxide (CO2) laser?
Oct 12, 2021
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News tagged with laser treatment
Medical research
New model simulates the temperature rise of laser-heated skin
Laser treatment is now commonplace across various fields of medicine including dermatology, where it is commonly used to remove scars, wrinkles, and freckles. The technology, however, has a major downside: despite continued ...
Mar 29, 2021
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Health
Q&A: What are seborrheic keratoses?
Dear Mayo Clinic: I have brown spots over the top half of my body, which my doctor says are seborrheic keratoses and are harmless. What causes them, and is there a way to prevent more from appearing?
Oct 9, 2019
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
What works best against varicose veins?
More than 40 million Americans suffer from varicose veins, which can be both unsightly and painful, but the best way to get rid of them hasn't been clear.
Sep 5, 2019
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Medical research
How laser treated implants can boost the healing process
Marilys Blanchy is a Research & Development project manager at Rescoll. The French technology center is specialized in polymer science, adhesive and coating and has a subsidiary where medical devices as orthopedics and dental ...
Aug 14, 2018
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Oncology & Cancer
Study paves way for new approach to cancer diagnostics
Radiotherapy is an important form of treatment for cancer patients but, currently, treatment is largely "one size fits all." However, a new study points to the potential for treatment to become more tailored to the tumour.
Aug 8, 2018
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Ophthalmology
Annoyed by floating specks in your vision? You may soon be able to zap them away
Millions of people who put up with seeing annoying specks drift through their field of vision may now have a safe, high-tech solution to their problem. A study of patients who had laser treatment to vaporize these flecks ...
Nov 13, 2017
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Health
How to treat sunspots
Dear Mayo Clinic: How effective is laser resurfacing for removing sunspots? Are there creams or other products that work to treat sun-damaged skin?
Oct 3, 2017
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Surgery
Laser tx aids genitourinary symptoms of menopause
(HealthDay)—Use of a fractional carbon dioxide (CO2) laser is a safe and effective treatment for genitourinary symptoms of menopause (GSM), according to a study published online Sept. 7 in Lasers in Surgery and Medicine.
Sep 23, 2017
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Oncology & Cancer
Study describes new way to predict tumor growth
A new study by Yusheng Feng, professor of mechanical engineering at The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), describes an algorithm that can predict the growth of cancerous tumors, which could help medical professionals ...
Apr 18, 2017
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