| 摘要 |
Methods, systems, and apparatus for Near Infrared Microbial Elimination Laser Systems (NIMELS) are disclosed that can apply near infrared radiant energy of certain wavelengths and dosimetries capable of impairing biological contaminants, for example fungus, without intolerable risks and/or adverse effects to biological moieties other than a targeted biological contaminant. Lasers including diode lasers may be used as one or more light sources. A delivery assembly can be used to deliver the optical radiation produced by the source(s) produced to an application region that can include patient tissue. A flat top lens can be included to produce a flat top beam distribution. Exemplary embodiments utilize laser light in a near infrared range of 850nm-900nm and/or 905nm-945nm at suitable NIMELS dosimetries. For certain applications, laser light in two spectral ranges including 870 nm and 930 nm, respectively, can be utilized. |
