01-06-2007 | Topic Paper
Holmium laser for stone management
Published in: World Journal of Urology | Issue 3/2007
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The efficiency and safety profile of the holmium laser has made this tool a versatile multi-purpose instrument for use in the endoscopic treatment of a wide variety of urologic disorders, in particular urinary calculi. Herein we review holmium laser physics, current endourologic laser lithotripsy applications, and the performance of new low power holmium laser devices.