Laser assisted balloon angioplasty: bypassing the traditional methods

No two procedures will be identical as each patient will have different needs. Therefore, knowledge of sizes and limitations of catheters and laser probes is imperative to facilitate the LABA procedure. Advance preparation of the OR suite facilitates the procedure, which can proceed quickly after guidewire passage. Laser safety guidelines must be established and enforced throughout the procedure. A laser nurse, not responsible for circulating the case, should be identified and is responsible for laser safety during the procedure.