How do lased soft tissues compare to soft tissues treated with electrosurgery?

Lasers are highly effective in achieving hemostasis, which is the stopping of bleeding during procedures. When soft tissues are treated with lasers, the energy from the laser effectively vaporizes the tissue, leading to cauterization of small blood vessels and thereby promoting quicker and longer-lasting control of bleeding compared to other methods.

This capability is attributed to the precision of lasers, which allows them to target tissues more specifically. The intense light energy of a laser can seal off capillaries and smaller vessels without causing widespread damage to the surrounding tissues. Consequently, the hemostatic effects are not only immediate but can also remain effective over an extended period, reducing the risk of postoperative bleeding.

In contrast, techniques such as electrosurgery use electrical currents to cut or coagulate tissues. While effective, electrosurgery may not provide the same level of precision in hemostasis as lasers. Electrosurgery tends to affect a broader area, which can result in less controlled bleeding management.

Therefore, the ability of lasers to achieve longer-lasting hemostasis is a critical advantage in surgical contexts where control over bleeding is essential for successful outcomes.