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MR imaging-guided interstitial photodynamic laser therapy for advanced head and neck tumors

AJNR Am J Neuroradiol. 2005 May;26(5):1193-200.

Abstract

Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a site-specific tumor treatment involving the administration of a photosensitizer activated by the local application of light. In interstitial PDT (IPDT), multiple laser fibers are inserted into the depth of the tumor. Image guidance is essential for accurate, safe, and uniform light delivery. We report a novel technique of IPDT for advanced head and neck tumors involving an open interventional MR system. Initial results are encouraging, with minimal procedural morbidity, successful palliation of symptoms, and prolongation of expected survival time.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Combined Modality Therapy
  • Female
  • Head and Neck Neoplasms / pathology*
  • Head and Neck Neoplasms / therapy*
  • Humans
  • Laser Therapy*
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Neoplasm Recurrence, Local / pathology*
  • Neoplasm Recurrence, Local / therapy*
  • Palliative Care
  • Photochemotherapy*