Specially Designed for the Cervical and Lumbar Indications PLDD
Diode Laser Medical Equipment
The Principle Of PLDD
In this procedure, laser energy is transmitted through a thin
optical fiber into the disc. The aim of PLDD is to vaporize a small
portion of the inner core. The ablation of a relatively small
volume of the inner core results in an important reduction of
intra-discal pressure, thus inducing reduction of disc herniation.
Percutaneous laser disc decompression (PLDD) is the utmost
minimally invasive percutaneous laser techniquein the treatment of
the disc hernias, cervical hernias, dorsal hernias(except for the
segment T1-T5), and lumbar hernias. The procedureuses the laser
energy to absorb the water within the herniated nucleuspulposus
creating a decompression.
The PLDD treatment is performed on an outpatient basis using only
local anesthesia. During the procedure, a thin needle is inserted
into the herniated disc under x-ray or CT guidance. An optical
fiber is inserted through the needle and laser energy is sent
through the fiber, vaporizing a tiny portion of the disc nucleus.
This creates a partial vacuum which draws the herniation away from
the nerve root, thereby relieving the pain. The effect usually is
immediate.
PLDD has proven to be safe and effective. It is minimally invasive,
is performed in an outpatient setting, requires no general
anesthesia, results in no scarring or spinal instability, reduces
rehabilitation time, is repeatable, and does not preclude open
surgery should that become necessary. It is an ideal choice for
patients with poor results in non-surgical treatment.
Operated with 400um/600um fiber optic, Berylas 980nm laser system
is a versatile, multifunctional medical diode laser machine ideal
for minimal invasive PLDD.
The Berylas 980nm, The 980nm wavelength offers equal absorption by blood and water,
enabling efficient tissue ablation and coagulation.
enables procedures to be carried out safely and
accurately,especially in proximity of delicate anatomical
structures.
Specifications
| Laser Type | GaAIAs Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 980nm |
| Peak Power | 15w |
| Operation Mode | CW, Single / Repeat Pulse |
| Pulse Duration | 10us-3s |
| Repetition Rate | 0.2Hz-50KHz |
| Pilot Beam | Red Diode Laser of 650nm, Power<5mw |
| Control Mode | High resolution 7inch Touch screen (600*1024px) |
| Transmission System | Medical Fibers With SMA905 Connector |
| Dimensions | 160(W)*180(L)*235(H) mm |
| Weight | 2.1KG |
Benefits
Perfect tissue effect
Micro-invasive percutaneous access
The procedure is accompanied by minimal pain
The procedure can be performed under local anesthesia
No risk of scarring
Faster return to normal activity - in most cases the patient does
not require a stay in a rehabilitation clinic
When should consider minimally-invasive PLDD procedure
The PLDD procedure is specifically designed and developed for the
cervical and lumbar indications, including:
Cervical problems
One or more cervical disc herniationsNeck pain, shoulder pain, bilateral numbnesss,
dizziness and other symptoms.
Lumbar problems
Restrictive disc on CT or MRINo intervertebral calcification, free, prolapse
Straight leg elevation test positive
Six weeks of conservative treatent is invalid
Professional Accessories for PLDD Procedure
Dimed PLDD laser system is specially designed for PLDD
mini-invasive surgery, providing a full set of high quality
standard and optional accessories, such as puncture needle,
Y-valve, optical fiber, safety googles, footswitch, fiber, carry
case, cart and ect.The sterile kit include a 400micron bare fiber with jacket
protection, 2 sizes of 18G needles (length 10cm/15cm) for your
choice of entry, and a Y Connector allowing fiber entry and
suction. The connector and needles are individually packed to
enable maximum flexibility in treatment.
