Photodynamic Therapy in Dermatology
Nonfiction, Health & Well Being, Medical, Specialties, Dermatology
| Author: | ISBN: | 9781441912985 | |
| Publisher: | Springer New York | Publication: | April 11, 2011 |
| Imprint: | Springer | Language: | English |
| Author: | |
| ISBN: | 9781441912985 |
| Publisher: | Springer New York |
| Publication: | April 11, 2011 |
| Imprint: | Springer |
| Language: | English |
Photodynamic therapy is a proven effective treatment of actinically damaged skin cells, nonmelanoma skin cancers, and acne and other pilosebaceous conditions. As an agent for general facial rejuvenatin it has untapped potential. The current state of PDT therapy and future applications are discussed in detail in this exciting new volume. Throughout, the focus is on evidence-based clinical uses of PDT, including pretreatment regimens, avoidance and management of complications, and posttreatment suggestions.
Photodynamic therapy is a proven effective treatment of actinically damaged skin cells, nonmelanoma skin cancers, and acne and other pilosebaceous conditions. As an agent for general facial rejuvenatin it has untapped potential. The current state of PDT therapy and future applications are discussed in detail in this exciting new volume. Throughout, the focus is on evidence-based clinical uses of PDT, including pretreatment regimens, avoidance and management of complications, and posttreatment suggestions.
