摘要 |
A device and method for adipose tissue liquefaction and removal (liposuction) by means of laser energy is disclosed. The device comprises a medical laser system, an optical fiber, an innovative handpiece and a vacuum pumping system. The device is capable of liquefying and removing adipose tissue essentially simultaneously due to the innovative handpiece, which comprises an outer tube for adipose tissue extraction and an inner tube in which optical fiber is inserted and shielded. Furthermore, the optical fiber is isolated from external contamination with a transparent quartz tip or cap on the inner tube, which permits laser radiation output while avoiding liquid and tissue input. The transparent tip or cap can also be made of sapphire or fused synthetic silica. With this safer and improved process, enhanced liposuction treatments are possible with reduced bleeding, gentler and shorter treatment and quick patient recovery.
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