Optical investigation of dynamics of phenomena of laser-based lithotripsy

Using time-resolved high-speed shadowgraphy, the dynamics of phenomena due to laser-based lithotripsy is studied. Collapsing mechanism of bubble formed therein is investigated. In order to study the mechanism, the optically implemented mathematical morphology is applied. The study of the shape of th...

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Published in:Optics and lasers in engineering 2008-07, Vol.46 (7), p.535-540
Main Authors: Kokaj, Jahja, Marafi, Mustafa, Mathew, J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Biological and medical applications
Bubble
Exact sciences and technology
Fundamental areas of phenomenology (including applications)
Gallbladder stone
Laser lithotripsy
Mathematical morphology
Optics
Physics
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Summary:Using time-resolved high-speed shadowgraphy, the dynamics of phenomena due to laser-based lithotripsy is studied. Collapsing mechanism of bubble formed therein is investigated. In order to study the mechanism, the optically implemented mathematical morphology is applied. The study of the shape of the plasma and the collapsing region of the bubble of fluid that we are studying can possibly be used for practical application for laser-based lithotripsy.
ISSN:0143-8166
1873-0302
DOI:10.1016/j.optlaseng.2008.02.006