Palliative photodynamic therapy for advanced oesophageal cancer
Palliative photodynamic therapy for advanced oesophageal cancer
Guidance issued
IP Guidance Number: IPG206
Summary:
The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has issued full guidance to the NHS in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland on palliative photodynamic therapy for advanced oesophageal cancer.
Description:
PDT uses light to kill cancer cells. You have to take a drug that makes your body cells sensitive to light. Then the doctor shines a very bright light onto the cancer cells. This activates the drug and kills the cells.
Arrangements:
Other (see guidance)
Topic Area:
Cancer
Digestive system
Specialty:
Clinical oncology
Medical oncology
Palliative medicine
Specialist advice has been sought from:
Association of Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeons of Great Britain and Ireland
British Society of Gastroenterology
British Association of Surgical Oncology
Date notified to NICE:
08 April 2005
Provisional Consultation Date:
Autumn 2006
Guidance Publication Date:
24 January 2007
Contact
Details:
Project Manager
(for general enquiries or comments)
