Photodynamic Therapy in Dermatology [electronic resource] /
Gold, Michael H.editor.
Photodynamic Therapy in Dermatology is the first book to cover global research on photodynamic therapy (PDT) in the management of skin disease. Although a relatively young procedure, PDT has enjoyed increased popularity during the last ten years. As research has grown, two distinct routes have appeared: the United States model and the European one, each focusing on different uses and photosensitizers. Dr. Gold has assembled the world's experts on PDT to create a book that concisely covers every use and photosensitizer available around the world and includes comprehensive coverage of both of the FDA-approved photosensitizers in the United States, all the while carefully differentiating between off-label and FDA-approved uses of photodynamic therapy. Photodynamic Therapy in Dermatology emphasizes how to integrate PDT into practice. Toward this end, it is organized by disease category, with each chapter providing a systematic discussion of indications, PDT approaches from country to country, common side effects, prognosis as well as the underlying science. The book will be of value to dermatologists seeking a state-of-the-art review of PDT around the world, the latest in its clinical uses, and guidance on how to incorporate PDT into clinical practice.
Description based upon print version of record.
Photodynamic Therapyin Dermatology; Preface; Contents; Contributors; 1: History of Photodynamic Therapy; Other Photosensitizers; Uses of Photodynamic Therapy; References; 2:Aminolevulinic Acid: Actinic Keratosis and Photorejuvenation; Mechanism of PDT; PDT Mechanism of Action; ALA; Light Irradiation; Light Sources; Clinical Applications; Actinic Keratoses; Background and Epidemiology; Clinical Presentation and Diagnosis; Histopathology; Treatment Rationale; Advantages/Disadvantages of ALA-PDT for AKs; Treatment Results of ALA-PDT for AKs; Combination Therapy for AK Treatment
PhotorejuvenationDefinition of Photoaging; Light Sources in ALA-PDT Photorejuvenation; Treatment Results of ALA-PDT in Photorejuvenation; Patient Selection for ALA-PDT; Exclusion Criteria; Unique Patient Populations; Treatment Protocol; Skin Preparation; Incubation Time; Light Sources; Patient Comfort and Photoprotection and Follow-Up; Clinical Technique; Aminolevulinic Acid-Photodynamic Therapy for Actinic Keratoses and Photorejuvenation; Safety, Adverse Effects, and Complications; Expected Benefits; Conclusion; References; 3: 5-Aminolevulinic Acid: Acne Vulgaris; Introduction
Literature ReviewLight Sources; Photosensitizers; Incubation Time; Protocols; Protocols for PDT for Acne; Postoperative Care; Economic Factors; Reflections of Clinical Experience; PDT for Acne: Future Outlook; References; 4: Photodynamic Therapy for the Treatment of Sebaceous Gland Hyperplasia; Treatment Modalities for SGH; ALA-PDT for SGH; Conclusions; References; 5: Photodynamic Therapy for Hidradenitis Suppurativa; Historical Perspective; Epidemiology; References; 6: Topical Methyl Aminolevulinate Photodynamic Therapy for the Treatment of Actinic Keratosis; Background
Description of the ConditionDisease Definition and Clinical Features; Natural History; Epidemiology and Causes; Treatment and Management; Description of Intervention; Methyl Aminolevulinate Photodynamic Therapy (MAL-PDT); Mechanism of MAL-PDT and Patient Preparation; Method; Criteria for Considering Studies for This Review; Types of Studies; Search Method for Identification of Studies; Electronic Searches; Searching Other Resources; Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria of the Studies; Types of Participants; Types of Outcome Measures; Primary Outcomes; Secondary Outcomes; Data Extraction
Assessment of Risk of Bias in Included StudiesResults; Result of the Search; Description of the Studies Included; Methodological Quality; Results of Included Studies; Discussion; Methodological Analysis; Placebo-Controlled Studies; Cryotherapy-Controlled Studies; ALA-PDT Controlled Study and Regimen Comparison Study; Limitations and Future Research Directions; Conclusion; References; 7: Methyl Aminolevulinate in Skin Cancers; Basal Cell Carcinoma; Bowen's Disease and Initial Squamous Cell Carcinoma; Other Nonmelanoma Skin Cancers; Conclusion; References
8: Methyl Aminolevulinate: Photorejuvenation
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Photodynamic Therapy in Dermatology is the first book to cover global research on photodynamic therapy (PDT) in the management of skin disease. Although a relatively young procedure, PDT has enjoyed increased popularity during the last ten years. As research has grown, two distinct routes have appeared: the United States model and the European one, each focusing on different uses and photosensitizers. Dr. Gold has assembled the world's experts on PDT to create a book that concisely covers every use and photosensitizer available around the world and includes comprehensive coverage of both of the FDA-approved photosensitizers in the United States, all the while carefully differentiating between off-label and FDA-approved uses of photodynamic therapy. Photodynamic Therapy in Dermatology emphasizes how to integrate PDT into practice. Toward this end, it is organized by disease category, with each chapter providing a systematic discussion of indications, PDT approaches from country to country, common side effects, prognosis as well as the underlying science. The book will be of value to dermatologists seeking a state-of-the-art review of PDT around the world, the latest in its clinical uses, and guidance on how to incorporate PDT into clinical practice.
Dermatology.
Dermatology.