Photodynamic therapy in the treatment of microbial infections: Basic principles and perspective applications

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Authors

Giulio Jori · University of Padua

Clara Fabris · University of Padua

Marina Soncin · University of Padua

Stefania Ferro · University of Padua

Olimpia Coppellotti · University of Padua

Donata Dei · Molteni Farmaceutici (Italy)

Lia Fantetti ·

Abstract

PDT appears to represent an efficacious alternative modality for the treatment of localized microbial infections through the in situ application of the photosensitizer followed by irradiation of the photosensitizer-loaded infected area. Proposed clinical fields of interest of antimicrobial PDT include the treatment of chronic ulcers, infected burns, acne vulgaris, and a variety of oral infections.

Topics & Keywords

Photodynamic Therapy Research Studies Nanoplatforms for cancer theranostics Ocular Infections and Treatments

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Clean water and sanitation

Publication Details

Published in: Lasers in Surgery and Medicine

Volume 38, Issue 5, pp. 468-481

DOI: 10.1002/lsm.20361

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