Nd:YAG laser
Also written as: YAG — neodymium-doped yttrium aluminum garnet
A neodymium-doped yttrium aluminum garnet laser used for posterior capsulotomy and peripheral iridotomy procedures.
Full Definition
The Nd:YAG laser is a solid-state laser that produces infrared light at 1064 nanometers, commonly used in ophthalmic surgery for cutting and disrupting tissue. The name derives from the neodymium-doped yttrium aluminum garnet crystal that generates the laser beam. In editorial contexts, proper formatting of the colon, capitalization of the chemical elements, and consistent abbreviation style are essential. This laser type is distinguished from other ophthalmic lasers by its photodisruptive rather than photocoagulative mechanism, making precise terminology critical in surgical documentation.
Usage
Usage note: Note the colon placement in Nd:YAG - this is standard formatting. Avoid 'NdYAG' or 'Nd-YAG' variants.
In Context
- "Nd:YAG laser capsulotomy was performed to address the patient's posterior capsular opacification." — Treatment summary
- "The energy setting for the Nd:YAG laser was adjusted to 1.2 mJ per pulse." — Procedure note