Image of how vascular targeted photodynamic therapy (VTP) works (IMAGE)

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Image of how vascular targeted photodynamic therapy (VTP) works

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The clinical team injects the patient with the light-sensitive drug. Next, they insert a balloon into the tumor-encased blood vessel. Inside the balloon is a laser. When it is turned on, it activates the drug, killing the tumor surrounding the vessel.

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