Laser Surgery
Veterinary laser surgery at Medivet
We use cutting-edge laser technology in our soft-tissue surgeries to ensure your pet achieves the best results.
Key Takeaways
- Laser surgery uses highly concentrated light rays as a precise tool during soft tissue procedures to achieve the best results for your pet.
- Laser surgery causes less bleeding because the laser seals small blood vessels as it makes the incision.
- Pets typically experience less pain both during and after laser surgery compared with traditional techniques.
- Laser surgery reduces the risk of infection because the laser kills bacteria in its path, acting as a steriliser.
- Recovery is often quicker after laser surgery due to less bleeding, less pain, less swelling and a lower infection risk.
- Laser surgery can treat Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS) because it causes less swelling and tissue damage.
- Laser technology is also useful for removing skin tags and small lumps from pets.
- Speak to your Medivet vet to find out whether laser surgery may be beneficial in your pet's case.
What’s laser surgery?
A laster is a device that produces highly concentrated light rays.
In certain surgeries, a laser light may be used to achieve the best results for your pet. Laser is typically used in soft tissue surgeries and is extremely precise and versatile.
What are the benefits of laser surgery?
Laser surgery has a number of benefits. These include:
- Less bleeding after the incision, as the laser seals small blood vessels
- Less pain both during and after surgery
- A reduced risk of infection – the laser efficiently kills bacteria in its path, acting as a steriliser
- Quicker recovery time - reduced risk of infection, less bleeding, less pain and less swelling often allow your pet a far quicker recovery after the surgery
What conditions can be treated with laser surgery?
Laser surgery can be used to treat Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS) due to the benefits of less swelling and damage to the tissues. Laser technology is also useful for removing skin tags and small lumps.
Speak to your vet about laser surgery to find out if it may be beneficial in your pet’s case.
If you have any questions about laser surgery, contact your local practice who will be happy to help.
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