Photodynamic Therapy in Dermatology

ISBN-13: 9781441912978 / Angielski / Twarda / 2011 / 205 str.

Michael H. Gold

Opis

* Covers all photosensitizers available worldwide, how to use them, where, and best practices * Organized by disease category Newest FDA approved photosensitizer included * Contributions from leading US and European researchers on PDT * Details on how to incorporate PDT into daily clinical practice 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.

Recenzje

From the reviews:

"This book reviews the use of photodynamic therapy (PDT) in dermatology, covering both established uses and its use for conditions that are not commonly treated with this method. ... The book is appropriate for dermatologists in training or practice, and it would be a good resource for dermatologists planning to incorporate PDT into their practice. ... With its updates and in-depth practical tips on the use of PDT that other books do not have ... this is a useful book." (Roger C. Lee, Doody's Review Service, September, 2011)

Spis treści

1. History of Photodynamic Therapy - 2. Aminolevulinic Acid: Actinic Keratosis and Photorejuvenation - 3. 5-Aminolevulinic Acid: Acne Vulgaris - 4. Photodynamic Therapy for the Treatment of Sebaceous Gland Hyperplasia - 5. Photodynamic Therapy for Hidradenitis Suppurativa - 6. Topical Methyl Aminolevulinate-Photodynamic Therapy for the Treatment of Actinic Keratosis - 7. Methyl Aminolevulinate in Skin Cancers - 8. Methyl Aminolevulinate: Photorejuvenation - 9. Photodynamic Therapy of Acne - 10. Photodynamic Therapy for the Treatment of Verrucae, Condylomata Acuminata, and Molluscum - 11. Photodynamic Therapy and Inflammatory Disorders - 12. Photodynamic Therapy for Other Uses - 13. Chemoprevention of Skin Cancer with Photodynamic Therapy - 14. Fluorescence-Guided Photodynamic Therapy - 15. How I Perform ALA-Photodynamic Therapy in My Practice - 16. How We Perform Photodynamic Therapy MAL in Clinical Practice - 17. The Future of Photodynamic Therapy

O autorze

Michael H. Gold, MD, is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology at both Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and Vanderbilt University School of Nursing. He is also a dermatologic and cosmetic surgeon at the Gold Skin Care Center in Tennessee, as well as its founder and medical director.

Blurb

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.