Role of laser energy density for photodynamic therapy of radiation injuries of the skin

Bull Exp Biol Med. 2005 Nov;140(5):558-60. doi: 10.1007/s10517-006-0023-5.

Abstract

The role of different laser energy densities used in photodynamic therapy in the reparation of radiation ulcers caused by X-ray exposure in a dose of 80 Gy was studied. Tissue reparation manifested differently at different laser energy densities. After photodynamic therapy at energy density of 0.1 J/cm2 the rate of healing was notably higher during early periods. After exposure at 5 and 40 J/cm2 acceleration of ulcer healing was observed 14 and more days after the treatment, indicating the emergence of another mechanism of photodynamic therapy effect. Laser energy density of 5 J/cm2 was the most effective for maximally complete healing of radiation ulcers.

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Dose-Response Relationship, Radiation
  • Female
  • Laser Therapy / methods
  • Lasers
  • Photochemotherapy / methods*
  • Radiation Injuries / therapy*
  • Rats
  • Skin / radiation effects*
  • Time Factors
  • Wound Healing
  • X-Rays