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Ophthalmic Assistant

Category - Patient Services and Education

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Which of the following is a thermal laser?

YAG
Argon
Excimer
B and C

Explanation

Answer: B - Argon

An Argon laser is a thermal laser. Thermal lasers are used for coagulation in surgeries such as diabetic retinopathy and hypertensive retinopathy. An excimer or a YAG laser is considered a photodisruptive laser.

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