Treatment of canine oral squamous cell carcinomas with photodynamic therapy
2000
Photodynamic Therapy for Dog Oral Cancer
Sample size: 11
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): McCaw D L, Pope E R, Payne J T, West M K, Tompson R V, Tate D
Primary Institution: College of Veterinary Medicine, College of Engineering, University of Missouri
Hypothesis
Can photodynamic therapy effectively treat canine oral squamous cell carcinomas?
Conclusion
Photodynamic therapy using Photochlor can cure oral squamous cell carcinomas in dogs with results comparable to surgical removal.
Supporting Evidence
- Eight dogs were considered cured with no tumour recurrence for at least 17 months after treatment.
- The cosmetic results with PDT are superior to those of radical surgical removal.
- Photochlor appears effective for oral squamous carcinomas.
Takeaway
This study shows that a special light treatment can help dogs with mouth cancer, and it might be better than surgery.
Methodology
Eleven dogs with oral squamous cell carcinomas were treated with photodynamic therapy using Photochlor as the photosensitizer.
Participant Demographics
Eleven dogs with naturally occurring oral squamous cell carcinomas.
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