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Phototherapy: An Indian perceptive

Indian Journal of Dermatology, 2007
The importance of sunlight has been recognized since long. Ultraviolet light which comprises a small proportion of sunlight is therapeutically useful. Phototherapy is the use of ultraviolet irradiation with or without exogenous photosensitizer. It can be
Rai Reena, Srinivas C
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Photodynamic therapy in actinic cheilitis: clinical and anatomopathological evaluation of 19 patients Tratamento de queilite actínica com terapia fotodinâmica: avaliação clínica e anatomopatológica de 19 pacientes

Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia, 2012
BACKGROUND: Actinic cheilitis, a common disease caused by chronic solar exposure and tobacco use, is considered a premalignant lesion with potential to develop into squamous cell carcinoma.
Camila Ferrari Ribeiro, Fernanda Homem de Mello de Souza, Juliana Merheb Jordão, Letícia Cortes Haendchen, Lismary Mesquita, Juliano Vilaverde Schmitt, Luciana Lisboa Faucz   +6 more
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Microneedle Technology in Psoriasis Management: Mechanistic Insights, Technological Innovation, Clinical Progress, and Challenges

Advanced Healthcare Materials, Volume 15, Issue 10, 13 March 2026.
This review explores the evolving role of microneedle systems in psoriasis management, highlighting their potential for enhanced drug delivery, diagnosis, and disease monitoring. It also discusses unmet clinical needs for psoriasis management and technical challenges, while outlining strategic directions to advance microneedle integration into routine ...
Fatma Moawad, Yasmine Ruel, Roxane Pouliot, Davide Brambilla   +3 more
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Clinical and Microbiological Effects of Photodynamic Therapy Associated with Non-surgical Treatment in Aggressive Periodontitis

Journal of Dental Research, Dental Clinics, Dental Prospects, 2014
Background and aims. The aim of this study was to compare the effectiveness of adjunctive photodynamic therapy (PDT) in the treatment of aggressive periodontitis. Materials and methods.
Mohammad Taghi Chitsazi, Adileh Shirmohammadi, Reza Pourabbas, Nader Abolfazli, Ilnaz Farhoudi, Behrouz Daghigh Azar, Farrokh Farhadi   +6 more
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Bioactive Phytochemical Compounds in Medicago sativa L. (Alfalfa): A Systematic Review of Biological Properties and Therapeutic Relevance in Nutraceutical and Functional Food Implications

Food Frontiers, Volume 7, Issue 2, March 2026.
ABSTRACT Medicago sativa L. (alfalfa) harbors a remarkably diverse reservoir of bioactive secondary metabolites. Flavonoids, isoflavones, and triterpenoid saponins dominate its bioactivity landscape, driving potent antioxidant, anti‐inflammatory, antimicrobial, estrogenic, hypolipidemic, and cytotoxic actions through redox modulation, membrane ...
Parham Joolaei Ahranjani, Hamid Rashidi Nodeh, Zahra Esfandiari, Giovanna Ferrentino   +3 more
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Light‐Activated Multifunctional Nanoplatforms: Reshaping Combination Therapy to Overcome Multidrug Resistance in Breast Cancer

Small Structures, Volume 7, Issue 3, March 2026.
Multidrug resistance in breast cancer constitutes a major therapeutic obstacle. This review examines light‐activated nanoplatforms combining photothermal and photodynamic therapies to overcome this challenge. Through rational design, these systems enable spatiotemporal control, enhanced tumor targeting, and synergistic antitumor efficacy.
Xianghui Duan, Gangcui Li, Hong Wang, Yanan Zhou, Hai Du, Qin Sun, Fulan Zhao, Luyin Yang, Pan Liang, Wei Ren   +9 more
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Photodynamic Therapy Plus Chemotherapy Compared with Photodynamic Therapy Alone in Hilar Nonresectable Cholangiocarcinoma

Gut and Liver, 2016
Background/AimsStandard treatments are not available for hilar nonresectable cholangiocarcinoma (NCC). It is unknown whether combination therapy of photodynamic therapy (PDT) plus systemic chemotherapy is superior to PDT alone.Methods : We ...
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A Surgical Approach for Stable Lesions of Linear Scleroderma

Kaohsiung Journal of Medical Sciences, 2010
A 29-year-old Japanese woman presented with alopecia lesions in her occipital region and was diagnosed as linear scleroderma. Topical steroids along with psoralen and UVA light therapy were applied, but the lesion persisted.
Hiroshi Kato, Yoichi Shintani, Yuji Yamaguchi, Akimichi Morita   +3 more
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An Early Record of Photochemotherapy for Vitiligo by Rhazes (865–925 ce) in Liber Continens

JEADV Clinical Practice, Volume 5, Issue 2, Page 684-685, June 2026.
Alireza Tavakkoli
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Efficacy and Safety of Small Molecule Inhibitor Therapies for Vitiligo: A Systematic Review

Health Science Reports, Volume 9, Issue 2, February 2026.
ABSTRACT Background and Aims The latest advances in the treatment of vitiligo involve the introduction of Janus kinase inhibitors (JAKI) and small molecule inhibitors (SMI). These modern treatment modalities target specific inflammatory pathways that can improve outcomes for vitiligo in adults, adolescents, and children.
Alireza Jafarzadeh, Mohammad Amin Darvishi, Mina Khosravi, Masoumeh Roohaninasab, Azadeh Goodarzi   +4 more
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