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Safety xi
The probability that a person without eyewear will directly view a fiber
breaking is low, but can occur. The probability of the fiber breaking while
actually aimed at someone's eye is low. The following factors must all occur
breaking is low, but can occur. The probability of the fiber breaking while
actually aimed at someone's eye is low. The following factors must all occur
simultaneously in order to result in hazardous exposure:
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Alignment of the laser beam with the eye
Close proximity of the eye to the source of the laser light
Exposure time in excess of damage threshold
Close proximity of the eye to the source of the laser light
Exposure time in excess of damage threshold
With proper use of the laser equipment, the chance of these events occurring
simultaneously is remote, but may occur. Laserscope supports the ANSI
recommendation that all personnel in the operating room wear appropriate
eyewear when the laser is being used for open or endoscopic procedures.
6. Do I need laser eyewear with endoscopic cases?
Yes, protective eyewear is routinely required for most laser cases. In an
editorial article published by Rockwell Laser Industries, the use of eye
protection during endoscopic laser surgery was addressed. According to
Yes, protective eyewear is routinely required for most laser cases. In an
editorial article published by Rockwell Laser Industries, the use of eye
protection during endoscopic laser surgery was addressed. According to
Rockwell’s interpretation of ANSI Z136.1 (Section 4.3.6.2), Class 1 conditions
shall be considered as fulfilled for those limited open beam path lasers or
laser systems where measurements and analysis confirm that the accessible
levels during operation are at or below applicable maximum permissible
exposure (MPE) levels. By this definition, endoscopic laser surgery (ruling
shall be considered as fulfilled for those limited open beam path lasers or
laser systems where measurements and analysis confirm that the accessible
levels during operation are at or below applicable maximum permissible
exposure (MPE) levels. By this definition, endoscopic laser surgery (ruling
out the possibility of a broken fiber) could be considered a Class 1 condition.
Laserscope supports the ANSI and AORN recommendations that
protective eyewear be available and worn during all laser procedures
by all personnel present.
Laserscope supports the ANSI and AORN recommendations that
protective eyewear be available and worn during all laser procedures
by all personnel present.
7. What are some appropriate ways to protect the patient’s eyes
during laser surgery?
The patient should always be educated on the laser procedure and eye
protection requirements prior to the start of the procedure.
In addition, the following protective measures should be taken:
Use moist towels where appropriate.
If the patient is awake, use suitable protective eyewear, and instruct
the patient not to remove the eyewear.
If the patient is anesthetized, lubricate and tape the patient’s eyelids
shut.
Use a combination of moist towels, gauze eye pads, eyeshields, and
drapes to protect the eyes when the surgical site is on or near the face.
If the patient is awake, use suitable protective eyewear, and instruct
the patient not to remove the eyewear.
If the patient is anesthetized, lubricate and tape the patient’s eyelids
shut.
Use a combination of moist towels, gauze eye pads, eyeshields, and
drapes to protect the eyes when the surgical site is on or near the face.