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What is the purpose of laser surgery?

Updated: 8/19/2019
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Laser surgery is used to: Cut or destroy tissue that is abnormal or diseased without harming healthy, normal tissue; Shrink or destroy tumors and lesions; Cauterize (seal) blood vessels to prevent excessive bleeding.

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