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Fire during the use of Nd-Yag laser.

Abstract
Fire during the use of Nd-Yag laser is a very rare complication. A case report of laser fire during the use of Nd-Yag laser for congenital subglottic stenosis is reported. The probable causes for the fire, management and short review of literature are dealt with. This case report highlights the importance of following the safety protocol during laser surgery.
AuthorsK K Handa, A P Bhalla, A Arora
JournalInternational journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology (Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol) Vol. 60 Issue 3 Pg. 239-42 (Sep 28 2001) ISSN: 0165-5876 [Print] Ireland
PMID11551615 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
Chemical References
  • Neodymium
Topics
  • Child, Preschool
  • Equipment Safety
  • Fires
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Intubation, Intratracheal
  • Laryngoscopy
  • Laryngostenosis (congenital, surgery)
  • Laser Therapy (adverse effects, instrumentation, methods)
  • Male
  • Neodymium (adverse effects)
  • Risk Assessment
  • Treatment Outcome

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