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Photo Dynamic Therapy (PDT)
Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) uses a non-thermal (or cold) laser with an intravenous light-sensitive drug to seal and halt or slow the progression of abnormal retina blood vessels. This treatment does not produce a blind spot on the retina. The light is shone directly at the targeted tissue and the drug accumulates in these cells. It therefore reduces damage to normal surrounding tissue and allows the treatment to be given again as needed. Because photodynamic therapy is a minimally invasive procedure that can be performed on an outpatient basis, it appears to be a cost-effective alternative to other treatments.
Treating AMD - Photo Dynamic Therapy (PDT) - Laser Photo-coagulation |
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