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Various Factors Influence Growth of Ophthalmic Lasers

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Gary Boas, Contributing Editor, [email protected]

Economy and aging population affect adoption and success of laser-based techniques. Lasers are helping to advance a range of ophthalmic applications. At the same time, ophthalmology is proving an important market for manufacturers of lasers and laser-based systems. This is in no small part because of its unique blend of insurance-reimbursed (photocoagulation) and elective procedures (lasik and laser cataract surgery), said Matthias Schulze, Coherent Inc.’s director of marketing in the life sciences. Demand for elective procedures will ebb and flow with fluctuations in the...Read full article

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    Published: April 2013
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    ophthalmology
    Ophthalmology is a branch of medicine that focuses on the anatomy, physiology, and diseases of the eyes and visual system. Ophthalmologists are medical doctors who specialize in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of eye disorders and diseases. They are trained to provide comprehensive eye care, including medical, surgical, and optical interventions. Key areas within ophthalmology include: General eye care: Ophthalmologists perform routine eye examinations to assess visual acuity,...
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