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This project develops a computational model to analyze heat diffusion in the human eye during laser surgery using spherical coordinates. The model solves the heat conduction equation to predict temperature profiles, thermal penetration depth, and hotspots, while incorporating tissue-specific properties and cooling effects. The goal is to optimize laser parameters to minimize retinal overheating and enhance safety protocols in ophthalmologic procedures.

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Abstract Eye

This project develops a computational model to analyze heat diffusion in the human eye during laser surgery using spherical coordinates. The model solves the heat conduction equation to predict temperature profiles, thermal penetration depth, and hotspots, while incorporating tissue-specific properties and cooling effects. The goal is to optimize laser parameters to minimize retinal overheating and enhance safety protocols in ophthalmologic procedures.

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Abstract

Heat Diffusion in the Eye During Laser Surgery: Solving the


Heat Diffusion Equation in Spherical Coordinates

Laser eye surgery requires precise thermal management to avoid collateral damage to
ocular tissues. This project develops a computational model to analyze transient heat
diffusion in the human eye during laser procedures using spherical coordinates, which
naturally align with the eye’s geometry. The governing heat conduction equation in
spherical coordinates
∂t
=α∇2T
∂T

∂t∂T=α[r21∂r∂(r2∂r∂T)+r2sinθ1∂θ∂(sinθ∂θ∂T)+r2sin2θ1∂ϕ2∂2T]

is solved numerically under boundary conditions reflecting laser energy absorption at the
cornea (T surface =−200∘ C[1][2]) and heat dissipation through ocular fluids (T outer=30∘ C[1][2]).

The model incorporates tissue-specific thermal properties (conductivity k , diffusivity α )


and accounts for blood perfusion cooling effects. By discretizing the spherical coordinate
system, temperature profiles are computed to predict thermal penetration depth and
transient hotspots. Results will validate against clinical data to optimize laser parameters
(power, duration) for minimizing retinal overheating while ensuring surgical efficacy.

This framework aims to enhance safety protocols in ophthalmologic laser applications,


bridging computational thermodynamics with clinical practice.

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