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Slit scanning laser
 
 
IN BRIEF

Type of excimer laser.

 
DISCUSSION

Slit scanning lasers use relatively small beams linked to a rotational device with slit holes that enlarge. During a laser ablation, the laser beams scan across the holes producing a gradually enlarging ablation zone.

 
examples

Nidek EC-5000

 
RELATED ENTRIES

excimer laser

 
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