Foscan®-PDT Training Workshops

(For doctors and healthcare professionals only)

Workshop Summary

The objectives of this one-day training workshop will be to provide you with detailed information on the background and clinical applications surrounding Foscan®‚ and Photodynamic therapy (PDT). This will also include practical demonstrations and opportunities to participate. The day will raise many questions about this new treatment modality and provide a forum to discuss issues with experienced Photodynamic therapy clinicians.

Agenda

A typical agenda will include presentations and practical sessions on the following topics:

Theory

• An introduction to photodynamic therapy
• Laser technology and it’s application
• Clinical data review on Foscan®-PDT in Head & Neck Cancer
• The practical application of photodynamic therapy
• The future direction of photodynamic therapy

Practical

• PDT-laser calibration
• Shielding techniques
• Tumour illumination
• Patient management pre & post treatment

Prescribing information is available in the section of the website for health professionals.

Approval code: BW-07-03
Preparation date: July 2003

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