Conventional and combination topical photodynamic therapy for basal cell carcinoma: systematic review and meta-analysis.

CONCLUSIONS: PDT is an effective treatment for low-risk BCC, with excellent cosmesis and safety. Imiquimod has higher efficacy than single-cycle PDT though more adverse effects. Highest efficacy is with excisional surgery. Fractionated and combination PDT options warrant further study. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
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Source: The British Journal of Dermatology - June 11, 2018 Category: Dermatology Authors: Collier NJ, Haylett AK, Wong TH, Morton CA, Ibbotson SH, McKenna KE, Mallipeddi R, Moseley H, Seukeran D, Ward KA, Mohd Mustapa MF, Exton LS, Green AC, Rhodes LE Tags: Br J Dermatol Source Type: research