Therapy

Photodynamic therapy

Light-activated compounds studied in certain cancers.

Educational only. This page reports what published guidelines and studies describe. It is not medical advice and is not a claim that photodynamic therapy treats, prevents, or cures cancer. Decisions are yours and your care team's.

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