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The '''laser scalpel''' is a specialized [[medical procedures|medical]] instrument used for creating incisions in various tissues. It uses a finely-tuned [[laser]] beam to make cuts. This device was available in different wavelengths for varied cutting strength and depth.
 
The '''laser scalpel''' is a specialized [[medical procedures|medical]] instrument used for creating incisions in various tissues. It uses a finely-tuned [[laser]] beam to make cuts. This device was available in different wavelengths for varied cutting strength and depth.
   
The laser scalpel was the term used from the [[2260s]], until the [[2370s]], when it was replaced by the [[exoscalpel]]. ([[TNG]]: "[[Ethics (episode)|Ethics]]")
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The laser scalpel was the term used from the [[2260s]], until the [[2370s]], when it was replaced by the [[exoscalpel]]. ({{TNG|Ethics}})
   
 
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Revision as of 12:07, 7 February 2007

Laser scalpel

A laser scalpel in use in 2367

The laser scalpel is a specialized medical instrument used for creating incisions in various tissues. It uses a finely-tuned laser beam to make cuts. This device was available in different wavelengths for varied cutting strength and depth.

The laser scalpel was the term used from the 2260s, until the 2370s, when it was replaced by the exoscalpel. (TNG: "Ethics")

References

This device was also seen in TNG: "Frame of Mind", but performing a different function (healing a wound). It is possible that the tool could perform both functions, but this was never mentioned.

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