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Kimberly A. Henry, MD answers: What does photodynamic therapy mean and how is it used?

What does photodynamic therapy mean and how is it used?


Kimberly A. Henry, MD
5 months ago
By Kimberly A. Henry, MD - Marin Plastic Surgeon

Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a medical treatment that uses a photo sensitizing drug, which means it is activated by light. The result is an activated oxygen molecule that can destroy nearby cells. Precancerous cells and certain types of cancer cells can be treated this way. The procedure is easily performed in a physician's office or outpatient setting. Its mostly used for removing cancerous cells and is relatively painless.

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