Thérapie photodynamique et cancer de la prostate

Translated title of the contribution: Photodynamic therapy and prostate cancer

P. Colin, J. P. Estevez, N. Betrouni, A. Ouzzane, P. Puech, X. Leroy, J. Biserte, A. Villers, S. Mordon

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    Abstract

    Purpose: Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is an innovative therapeutic modality in urologic oncology. Material and methods: We reviewed the current literature on principles and modalities of PDT in prostatic oncology. Results: Focal therapy of prostate cancer is an application field of PDT. Clinical phase II studies are ongoing to determine PDT efficacy and safety in this indication. PDT as salvage treatment after prostatic radiotherapy has been tested. Carcinologic results were promising but important side effects were reported. Individual dosimetric planification is necessary to avoid this toxicity. Conclusion: PDT first clinical experience for prostate cancer has showed its technical feasibility. Several research ways are currently in study to improve carcinologic efficacy and to limit potential side effects.

    Translated title of the contributionPhotodynamic therapy and prostate cancer
    Original languageFrench
    Pages (from-to)85-92
    Number of pages8
    JournalPROGRES EN UROLOGIE
    Volume21
    Issue number2
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - Feb 2011
    Publication typeA2 Review article in a scientific journal

    Keywords

    • Cancer
    • Photodynamic therapy
    • Prostate

    ASJC Scopus subject areas

    • Urology

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