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Photodynamic Therapy for Barrett's Esophagus and Esophageal Carcinoma

This paper reviews the use of photodynamic therapy (PDT) in patients with Barrett's esophagus and esophageal carcinoma. We describe the history of PDT, mechanics, photosensitizers for PDT in patients with esophageal disease. Finally, we discuss its utility and limitations in this setting.

Detalles Bibliográficos
Autores principales: Qumseya, Bashar J., David, Waseem, Wolfsen, Herbert C.
Formato: Online Artículo Texto
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: The Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy 2013
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Acceso en línea:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3572348/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23423151
http://dx.doi.org/10.5946/ce.2013.46.1.30