Chapter 8 Computational Modelling of the Steps Involved in Photodynamic Therapy

Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a branch of phototherapy that has seen a surge of interest in the last few decades, due to its potential in the treatment of various cancers, infections and heart disease.(Bonnett, 2000) This chapter aims to give an overview of the various photochemical steps involved...

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Main Author: Paterson, Martin J. (auth)
Other Authors: Bergendahl, L. Therese (auth)
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Language:English
Published: InTechOpen 2012
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