The so called blue laser is a new and unique laser for laryngology. This 445nm laser broadens the spectrum of of applications and indications for surgeons as it combines photoangiolytic and cutting properties.
The standard cutting laser, the CO2 laser, is used since decades in all ENT clinics. Photoangiolytic lasers are relatively new (PDL, KTP, Argon) and are not widespread in use in Germany. In essence and to our opinion, the blue laser may be seen as the newest development of a combined laser technology.
Some of the most significant advantages are photoangiolysis, cutting properties, glass fiber routing, portability, shock resistance of device and easiness of use. The blue laser can be used in-office for transnasal surgery as well as in general anesthesia. Contact-free lasering with gentle tissue treatment leads to many indications (see below).
New blue Laser (445nm)
With the new blue laser minimal invasive interventions within the larynx and at the vocal folds are possible in unsedated patients.
Advantages:
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Ambulatory surgery
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Topical anesthesia
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No bleeding
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No sedation or general anesthesia
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Short operation time (20 minutes)
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Safe and effective
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Selective laser tissue target effect
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Surgery in general anesthesia is also possible with this laser
Indications:
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Polyps
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Reinke’s edema
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Ectatic vessels
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Dysplasia
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Granuloma
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Scar tissue
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Papilloma
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Leukoplakia
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Biofilm