Design of ergonomic handpieces for a CO_2 laser system for surgical and cosmetological applications

摘要

The CO_2 laser systems are widely used for different specialised surgery types and cosmetological procedures. The market is filled with various offers regarding the systems, however, every manufacturer supplies a very limited range of handpieces with the equipment. Thus, the work of surgeon or a medical worker is complicated by the discrepancy of a handpiece with the ergonomic/technical requirements for a specific procedure. It may result in negative consequences of the procedure itself or a choice not in favor of laser technologies. The work presents the design of optical system and construction of specialised handpieces for CO_2 laser system based on the discussion with medical workers of several hospitals that directly interact with the equipment and the technical requirements of medical procedures.