Why are Chlorins Important in Photodynamic Therapy?
Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a medical treatment that utilizes light-sensitive compounds, such as chlorins, to produce reactive oxygen species (ROS) upon exposure to light. These ROS can destroy targeted cells, making chlorins effective in treating certain cancers and infections. Their ability to localize to specific tissues and generate cytotoxic effects only upon light activation minimizes damage to surrounding healthy tissue.
