Photodynamic therapy of cervical cancer: a scoping review on the efficacy of various molecules.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cervical cancer poses a considerable worldwide health issue, where infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV) plays a vital role as a risk factor. Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a minimally invasive treatment for HPV-related cervical lesions, which uses photosensitizers and light to selectively destroy abnormal cells.

Objectives

Our objective is to present a comprehensive overview of the different types of molecules employed in PDT to reduce the occurrence and fatality rates associated with cervical cancer.

Design

Scoping review and bibliometric analysis.

Methods

The article explores clinical trials investigating the efficacy of PDT in treating low-grade squamous intraepithelial lesion and high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesion, as well as prec

SUBMITTER: Shanazarov NA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10910886 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature