Photodynamic therapy (PDT)
targeted treatment of diseased skin cells
Photodynamic therapy (PDT) combines a special cream with targeted light to gently and effectively destroy pathologically altered skin cells. Healthy tissue remains largely unharmed, making the treatment gentle on the tissue and enabling precise results.
• Treatment of actinic keratoses
• Use in superficial skin cancer
• Gentle, tissue-friendly and effective
| Especially suitable for |
• Early forms of skin cancer |
| Side effects |
• Redness, swelling or burning (sunburn) in the treated area |
| effect |
• Altered skin areas are selectively removed. |
| durability |
• Long-term effect with regular monitoring |
Treatment details
Length of time
2 hours
season
Possible year-round, sun protection recommended after treatment
Type of treatment
Minimally invasive
Post-treatment
Skin care, monitoring of healing, and regular check-up appointments
anesthesia
no anesthesia
Downtime
Usually minor, depending on the area and reaction
Cost
It will be billed through the health insurance company.
Treatment process
Treatment process
- Consultation & skin analysis: Area, size and type of skin change
- Applying the special PDT cream
- Light application to the treated area
- Cooling & Aftercare: Sunscreen and skincare recommended