Method and device for photodynamic therapy
US8454991B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 17, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jun 4, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 14, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N2005/0651
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention relates to a photodynamic therapy method and uses thereof for treating an individual in need thereof, comprising administering a photosensitizer to an individual and activating the photosensitizer with a chemiluminescent light source, and/or a light-emitting diode light source, wherein the light source is in dermal contact with the individual. The present invention also relates to a device for photodynamic therapy comprising a permeable reservoir, for containing a photosensitizer formulation for skin application, the device is adapted to deliver the photosensitizer to the individual. The present invention also relates to a device for photodynamic therapy, comprising a permeable reservoir for containing a photosensitizer formulation for skin application and a light source. The light source is a chemiluminescent light source or a light-emitting diode light source and the device is adapted to deliver the photosensitizer to the individual and to irradiate a part of an individual to activate the photosensitizer.
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