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Porphysomes: Multifunctional nanovesicles to treat hypoxic tumour by photothermal therapy

  • University of Toronto
  • University Health Network

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Abstract

The organic multifunctional nanovesicles porphysomes are potent photothermal agents. Their photothermal efficacy was compared to the photodynamic effects of Photofrin® to treat normoxic and hypoxic tumours. Porphysomes was investigated as potential therapy for hypoxic tumour.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationBiomedical Optics, BIOMED 2012
PublisherOptical Society of America (OSA)
PagesBSu3A.9
ISBN (Print)9781557529428
DOIs
StatePublished - 2012
EventBiomedical Optics, BIOMED 2012 - Miami, FL, United States
Duration: Apr 28 2012May 2 2012

Publication series

NameBiomedical Optics, BIOMED 2012

Conference

ConferenceBiomedical Optics, BIOMED 2012
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityMiami, FL
Period04/28/1205/2/12

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