Patents Assigned to Coherent, Inc., Medical Group
  • Mid-infrared laser arthroscopic procedure
    Patent number: 5037421
    Abstract: A Ho:YAG laser is coupled to a needle tip through a flexible, fiber optic cable for performing endoscopic and arthroscopic surgery.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 1990
    Date of Patent: August 6, 1991
    Assignee: Coherent, Inc., Medical Group
    Inventors: Theodore A. Boutacoff, David M. Buzawa, Thomas S. Nelson