Synopsis Topical photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a well-known treatment for low‐risk Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC). The present study aims to compare the efficacy, cosmesis, and tolerability of PDT for BCC with alternative treatments This week’s “ MED FACT ” discusses a clinical trial from British Journal of Dermatology, “Conventional and combination topical photodynamic therapy for basal cell carcinoma: systematic review and meta-analysis”. Authors: Collier, N. J. et al.
Key Takeaways PDT is an effective treatment for low -risk BCC, with exceptional cosmesis and safety. Highest efficacy of PDT was with excisional surgery. Objective: To compare effectiveness, cosmesis, and tolerability of PDT for BCC with alternative treatments Study Type: Meta-analysis of RCTs Participants: 2,327 What Was The Need For This Study? The need for this work was to inform the development of the guidelines for…
