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Skin cancer treatment with photodynamic therapy (PDT)
The white Skin cancer and its precursors are being seen increasingly often, with advancing age, sun exposure and tanning beds also playing a significant role. Photodynamic therapy at the JUVENIS Ärztezentrum provides targeted help here.
Daylight photodynamic therapy is a particularly gentle form of treatment used for superficial tumors such as actinic keratoses (precursors of white skin cancer), Bowen's disease and superficial basal cell carcinomas (white skin cancer).
Treatment regions
Treatment procedure
In daylight photodynamic therapy we apply a special active-ingredient cream locally to the affected skin areas in the clinic. The cream's effect is activated by daylight, which damages and destroys abnormal cells. This process requires a two-hour stay outdoors in sunny or slightly cloudy weather. During this therapy you will also receive a sunscreen suitable for PDT to effectively protect you from harmful UV rays.
Please contact JUVENIS by phone at +43 1 236 3020, by e-mail at empfang@juvenismed.at or via the contact form, to arrange a consultation or treatment appointment.
What makes this therapy so special?
What should be observed after treatment?
When should the treatment not be performed?
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Costs
| Treatment | Price |
|---|---|
| Photodynamic therapy for non-melanoma skin cancer | from € 450 |
FAQs
Photodynamic therapy is a gentle procedure for the treatment of non-melanoma skin cancer and its precursors (e.g. actinic keratoses). A light-sensitive substance is applied to the skin, which is then activated with special light in order to specifically destroy diseased cells.
First, an active substance is applied to the affected area of skin, which preferentially accumulates in altered cells. After an incubation period the skin is exposed to light. This induces a reaction that selectively destroys diseased cells, while healthy tissue is spared.
Photodynamic therapy is primarily used for:
actinic keratoses (precursors of skin cancer)
superficial non-melanoma skin cancer (e.g., basal cell carcinoma)
photo-damaged skin
After preparing the skin, the light-activated substance is applied. After a certain incubation period the targeted light irradiationThe entire treatment takes several hours, while the actual light exposure makes up only part of that.
During the illumination a burning or a feeling of warmth may occur, which can be perceived with varying intensity. The symptoms subside quickly after the treatment.
After therapy, there may be Redness, swelling, or crusting occur. These reactions are part of the healing process and usually subside within a few days to weeks.
The treated skin lesions heal over the following weeks. The final result becomes apparent once the skin has fully regenerated.
In many cases, one treatment is sufficient. Depending on the findings, however, a repeat treatment or follow-up may be necessary.
Yes, PDT is a non-invasive alternative in which no surgical intervention is necessary. As a result, there are usually no or only minimal scarring, and larger areas of skin can be treated.
After PDT you should:
strictly avoid direct sunlight
protect the treated skin areas
use the recommended skincare products
The costs depend on the area being treated and the scope of the therapy. The costs for photodynamic therapy for non-melanoma skin cancer start at € 450.
The Exact prices will be provided in a personal consultation..
Since this can be a medically necessary treatment, a (partial) coverage of costs by the health insurance is often possible.
At JUVENIS you will be cared for by experienced specialists in dermatology is often supervised. Through modern technologies, precise diagnostics, and individual therapy planning, a effective, gentle, and safe treatment of skin lesions is guaranteed.
We have answered the most frequently asked questions on the topic of Photodynamic therapy answered. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us via empfang@juvenismed.at or at +43 1 236 3020.
Testimonials
1 testimonial skin cancer treatment: Photodynamic therapy (PDT) with daylight at JUVENIS in Vienna
Actinic keratoses successfully treated with photodynamic therapyMrs. R. (72 years): “I'm so satisfied with Professor Kopp, in every respect! [...] |
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