Table of Contents

​ ​Preface.- Laser physics and laser sources for cardiovascular applications.- Optic fibers and mechanical properties of laser catheters.- Landmarks along the introduction of laser to cardiovascular therapy.- Laser-thrombus interaction: from basic research to clinical utilization in the management of cardiovascular diseases.- Laser for treatment of acute coronary syndromes.- Laser for management of ST-elevation acute myocardial infarction.- Laser for revascularization of complex targets: old SVGs, CTO, left main disease, stent restenosis.- Laser utilization for synergistic technology strategy for coronary revascularization: laser and directional rotablation; laser combined with drug eluting balloon.- Laser for revascularization of  peripheral arterial disease- SFA, renal, subclavian, carotid arteries.- Laser for infra-popliteal revasculariztion.- TMR- physiology, pathology and basic research concepts.- TMR-endovascular and surgical techniques and clinical outcomes.- Laser applicationfor venous thrombosis.- Laser for IVC filter removal.- Laser for interventional electrophysiology – extraction and removal of pacemaker and AICD leads.- Laser for treatment of cardiac arrhythmias.- Laser application for treatment of congenital heart disease.- Nursing perspectives of cardiovascular laser procedures.- Laser safety in the cardiovascular suite and  the operation room.- Laser induced cardiovascular complications : mechanisms, recognition and management.- Laser in cardiovascular veterinary medicine.

Reviews

“It is written for the broad audience of cardiologists, electrophysiologists, cardiac and vascular surgeons, interventional radiologists and cardiologists interested in therapeutic use of laser technologies, medical students, nurses, and fellows, as well as students and graduate students interested in laser technology and biomedical engineering. … this one is the most up-to-date and comprehensive discussion of current laser technology and applications in the cardiovascular arena. It is a useful addition to the libraries of healthcare professionals … .” (Neel A. Mansukhani, Doody’s Book Reviews, February, 2016)