title: Photodynamic Therapy for Barrett's Esophagus and Esophageal Carcinoma.
abstract: This paper reviews the use of photodynamic therapy (PDT) in patients with Barrett's esophagus and esophageal carcinoma. We describe the history of PDT, mechanics, photosensitizers for PDT in patients with esophageal disease. Finally, we discuss its utility and limitations in this setting.
authors: Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, USA.
authors: Bashar J
authors: BJ
authors: Qumseya
authors: Waseem
authors: W
authors: David
authors: Herbert C
authors: HC
authors: Wolfsen
keywords: Ablation therapy; Aminolevulinic acid; Barrett esophagus; Dihematoporphyrin ether; Esophageal neoplasms