Is photodynamic diagnostic flexible ureterorenoscopy suitable for a patient presenting with chronic actinic dermatitis?

摘要

Photodynamic diagnosis (PDD) when combined with flexible ureterorenoscopy (PDD-FURS) is an important technique, which aids the visualization of tumours in the upper urinary tract. PDD-FURS relies on the oral administration of 5-aminolevulinic acid (5-ALA) to the referred patient three hours prior to the procedure rendering the patient photosensitive. Recording skin protoporphyrin IX (PpIX) fluorescence levels can be indicative of skin photo-sensitivity. Our study aimed to quantify a patient's skin photosensitivity at various times before, during and after their PDD-FURS procedure.