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What's Next in Fiber Optics for Urological Surgery?

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The fact that fiber optic technology for surgical lasers has steadily improved for two decades is largely due to InnovaQuartz' (IQ) research into fiber failure modes and strategies to overcome those weaknesses. Operating primarily in the background by providing unique solutions for established surgical laser companies, IQ has pushed back boundaries for the science of laser medicine in myriad fields, but none more authoritatively than Urological Surgery. Our patented products and proprietary technologies have blazed the path for others to follow -- We introduced the BlackHole™ High Power Connector in the 1990s and enabled GreenLight™ laser power to  rise almost 5-fold  starting in the late 1990s subsequently...

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ProFlex™ LLF -- Instructions for Use

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ProFlex™ LLF -- Instructions for Use

Instructions for Use ProFlex™ Laser Lithotripsy Fiber For use with Ho:YAG, Tm:YAG, Nd:YAG/KTP, Alexandrite, Argon & all 500nm to 2200nm cleared lasers equipped with SMA ports. Some models are equipped with Trimedyne connectors and may be used with Trimedyne Ho:YAG Lasers. For fibers smaller than 550, only those designated "DEKA" are compatible with DEKA Smart 2100 lasers. "NSL" models are designed particularly for New Star Lasers but may be used on other SMA port equipped lasers as well. "S-" prefix models are designed for single use, only, and may be severely damaged by reprocessing and sterilization: injury to surgical staff may result. Only "R-" prefix...

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