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Addressing Barriers to Photodynamic Therapy

Key Takeaways

  • Patient discomfort and prolonged treatment times are common barriers to photodynamic therapy in dermatology.
  • Managing patient expectations and discomfort during PDT sessions is a significant challenge for dermatologists.
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Anthony M. Rossi, MD, discusses common barriers to implementing photodynamic therapy (PDT), and provides solutions to specific challenges in the treatment setting.

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    • In your experience, what common barriers to photodynamic therapy may dermatologists encounter?
    • Do you have a specific example you could share of a challenge that you faced while implementing PDT?
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