1. Executive Summary
1. Introduction
1. Clinical Overview of Laser Systems
2. Types of Lasers Used in Medical Practice
3. Overview of the Medical Lasers Industry
2. Scope and Methodology
1. Scope
2. Methodology
2. Lasers for Diagnostic and Imaging Applications
1. Technology Primer
1. An Overview
2. Applications
2. Noteworthy Innovations at Key Companies; Academic and Government-Related Institutions
1. CT Laser Mammography for Improved Diagnosis of Breast Cancer--USA
2. Laser Speckle Imaging To Help Identify Atherosclerotic Plaques--USA
3. Sealed Fiberoptic Laser Technology for High-Resolution Diagnostic Images--USA
4. Laser Photoacoustic Imaging for Diagnosis of Diseases--UK
5. Optical Coherence Imaging with Laser Light--USA
6. Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy to Spot Cancer--USA
3. Ophthalmic Laser Systems
1. Technology Primer
1. Overview of Ophthalmic Lasers
2. Applications
2. Noteworthy Innovations at Key Companies; Academic and Government-Related Institutions
1. Innovative Solid-State Photocoagulator and Coaxial Multicolor Laser Indirect Ophthalmoscope--Israel
2. Versatile Photocoagulator with Smart Features--USA
3. Laser Assisted Cornea Transplant Surgery--USA
4. Gold Micro-Shunt Laser Device to Lower Intraocular Pressure--USA
4. Aesthetic Laser Technologies
1. Technology Primer
1. Overview of Aesthetic Lasers
2. Applications
2. Noteworthy Innovations at Key Companies; Academic and Government-Related Institutions
1. Laser Utilizes Fractional Photothermolysis Technology for Treatment of Skin Conditions--USA
2. Next-Generation Intense Pulsed Light Technology Laser for Aesthetic Applications--USA
3. Laser Combines Radio Frequency Energy with Vacuum for Treatment of Wrinkles--Israel
4. LaserDermology Procedure for Improved Appearance of Cellulite--USA
5. Dental Lasers
1. Technology Primer
1. Overview of Dental Lasers
2. Applications
2. Noteworthy Innovations at Key Companies; Academic and Government-Related Institutions
1. Dual Wavelength Laser for Hard and Soft Tissue Dental Procedures--Israel
2. Laser Periodontal Therapy for Various Oral-Pharyngeal Conditions--USA
3. Novel Hydrokinetic Technology for Dental Applications--USA
6. Lasers for Other Medical Applications
1. Technology Primer
1. Overview
2. Applications
2. Noteworthy Innovations at Key Companies; Academic and Government-Related Institutions
1. Greenlight Laser System for Treatment of BHP--USA
2. Laser-Based Therapy for Atrial Fibrillation--USA
3. Low Level Laser Light for Monitoring Brain Oxygen Levels--USA
4. Laser Therapy for Treatment of Critical Limb Ischemia--USA
7. Technology Adoption Factor Analysis and Commercial Landscape
1. Technology Accelerators and Roadblocks
1. Accelerators
2. Roadblocks
2. Technology Analysis
1. Industry Trends
2. Regulatory Aspects
8. Database of Key Industry Participants and Selected Patents
1. Key Industry Partcipants
1. Companies and Organizations
2. Universities and Academia
2. Selected Patents
1. Important Patents I
2. Important Patents II
9. Frost & Sullivan 2005 Science and Technology Awards
1. Excellence in Technology Award
1. Award Description
2. Award Recipient
2. Technology Innovation Award
1. Award Description
2. Award Recipient
10. Critical Reference Tables
1. Healthcare and R&D Expenditure
1. Government Healthcare Expenditure
2. Private Healthcare Expenditure
3. Pharmaceutical R&D Expenditure
2. Disease Prevalence and Incidence
1. Glaucoma Prevalence
2. Cataract Blindness Incidence
3. Cataract Surgeries Performed
4. Cancer Incidence