In vitro and in vivo phototoxicity on gastric mucosa induced by methylene blue

Conclusions: Endoscopic light application with MB 0.5% concentration to the stomach may be regarded as a safe procedure despite some DNA injuries in the early period.

Source: The Saudi Journal of Gastroenterology - January 25, 2023 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Hui Yeong Oh Hyun Ho Choi Eui Jin Kim Ji Hye Choi Sung Sook Choi Hae Kyung Lee Hyung-Keun Kim Sang Woo Kim Won Sang H. Park Hiun Suk Chae Source Type: research