Near infrared laser-tissue welding using nanoshells as an exogenous absorber

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André M. Gobin

D. Patrick O’Neal · Nanospectra Biosciences (United States)

Daniel Watkins · Nanospectra Biosciences (United States)

Naomi J. Halas · Rice University

Rebekah A. Drezek · Rice University

Jennifer L. West · Rice University

Abstract

The use of nanoshells as an exogenous absorber allows the usage of light sources that are minimally absorbed by tissue components, thereby, minimizing damage to surrounding tissue and allowing welding of thicker tissues.

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Laser Applications in Dentistry and Medicine Ocular and Laser Science Research Laser-Ablation Synthesis of Nanoparticles

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Published in: Lasers in Surgery and Medicine

Volume 37, Issue 2, pp. 123-129

DOI: 10.1002/lsm.20206

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Near infrared laser-tissue welding using nanoshells as an exogenous absorber

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