5-ALA fluorescence-guided surgery improves gross total resection rates in patients with glioblastoma
Fluorescence guided surgery improves tumor removal for glioblastoma patients
This meta-analysis of 790 patients found that 5-ALA guided surgery significantly improved gross total resection (RR = 1.54, 95% CI: 1.16-2.0…
A special light guide helps surgeons remove more of a brain tumor while keeping patient safety and recovery rates steady.
5-ALA PDT improves overall response and HPV clearance in cervical squamous intraepithelial lesions
Photodynamic therapy shows promise for cervical squamous intraepithelial lesions
This meta-analysis of 3,354 patients evaluated 5-aminolevulinic acid photodynamic therapy (5-ALA PDT) for cervical squamous intraepithelial …
A new treatment method using light and a specific compound may improve response rates and clear HPV infections in patients with cervical les…
Meta-analysis reports high pooled complete response with ALA/MAL photodynamic therapy for superficial BCC
Light vs. Scalpel: New Skin Cancer Data
This PRISMA 2020 systematic review and meta-analysis of 55 studies (2123 patients, 2995 lesions) evaluated ALA-PDT and MAL-PDT for superfici…
Light therapy with cream may match surgery for treating common skin cancer while avoiding scars and functional damage to your face or neck.