Laser and Other Light-Emitting Medical Devices Used in Healthcare Settings—Considerations Regarding Device Safety. Issue 4 (October 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Erchul, Daniel; Kaushiva, Anchal; Ogden, Neil
• Is Part Of: Journal of clinical engineering. Volume 41:Issue 4(2016)
• Publication Date: 2016-10
• Subjects: Biomedical engineering -- Periodicals; 610.28
• DOI: 10.1097/JCE.0000000000000181
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0363-8855

Abstract

Abstract : Light-emitting medical devices are used for a variety of purposes in healthcare facilities, and these devices can differ widely in output characteristics, indications for use, and in safety precautions. This article is intended to provide some technical background, applications, and common safety considerations for these devices. It also touches on the mechanisms for reporting serious adverse effects and medical device malfunctions involving these devices to the US Food and Drug Administration.