Publications [#254705] of Myron L. Wolbarsht

Journal Articles

1. Mellerio, J; Marshall, J; Tengroth, B; Anderberg, B; Wolbarsht, M (1991). Battlefield laser weapons: An assessment of systems, hazards, injuries and ophthalmic resources required for treatment. Lasers and Light in Ophthalmology, 4(1), 41-67.
   (last updated on 2018/09/26)

   Abstract:
   Many weapon systems now rely on laser generated radiation to perform their designed task. Thousands of these systems have been deployed and most are not eye-safe under battlefield conditions. There is concern that a new battlefield problem - large numbers of blind or severely visually handicapped personnel - could swamp both military and civilian ophthalmic services. Working from unclassified sources, known weapon systems that use lasers are described and classified. The possible effects of battlefield lasers on the eye are discussed, modes of treatment are considered and a scheme for handling laser casualties on the battlefield is proposed. Likely loadings on medical facilities are examined and protection strategies are reviewed.