Selective tumor ablation via femtosecond laser resonant with collagen (IMAGE)

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Selective tumor ablation via femtosecond laser resonant with collagen

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Using a laser wavelength that matches the collagen absorption peak allowed researchers to selectively ablate pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) without harming healthy tissue.

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Houkun Liang, Sichuan University

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