By Macrene Alexiades MD PhD

Succinctly written and lavishly illustrated, Procedures in Cosmetic Dermatology: Photodynamic Therapy, 3rd Edition, presents up-to-the-minute, practical guidance on the photodynamic therapy (PDT) techniques that are shaping today's practice. It focuses on procedural how-to's and offers step-by-step advice on proper techniques, pitfalls, and tricks of the trade―so you can refine and hone your skills and expand your surgical repertoire. In one concise, accessible volume, you’ll find the information you need to get the best results when performing PDT for cutaneous infections and other skin disorders, skin cancers and precancerous lesions, and skin rejuvenation, especially in aging and sun-damaged skin.

Provides an in-depth understanding of the principles, mechanisms, and clinical applications of PDT, along with practical insights into treatment protocols, patient management, and emerging innovations in the field.

Reorganizes content to provide distinct sections on medicine, oncology, and aesthetics.

Covers key applications of PDT, including follicular disorders, pre-cancer and prevention, neoplasia/skin cancer, rejuvenation, infections, and more.

Discusses common pitfalls and emphasizes how to optimize outcomes.

Shares tips and tricks of the trade from practically minded, technically skilled, hands-on clinicians.

Contains important new content on novel photosensitizers, daylight photodynamic therapy, and transepidermal delivery of topical sensitizers.

Features a wealth of color illustrations and photographs that depict cases as they present in practice.

Includes post-photodynamic therapy care information sheets for patients.

An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. Additional digital ancillary content may publish up to 6 weeks following the publication date.