Considerations for the Use of Photobiomodulation in the Treatment of Retinal Diseases

Autor: Chun-Xia Zhang, Yan Lou, Jing Chi, Xiao-Li Bao, Bin Fan, Guang-Yu Li
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2022
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Zdroj: Biomolecules, Vol 12, Iss 12, p 1811 (2022)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 2218-273X
DOI: 10.3390/biom12121811
Popis: Photobiomodulation (PBM) refers to the beneficial effect produced from low-energy light irradiation on target cells or tissues. Increasing evidence in the literature suggests that PBM plays a positive role in the treatment of retinal diseases. However, there is great variation in the light sources and illumination parameters used in different studies, resulting in significantly different conclusions regarding PBM’s therapeutic effects. In addition, the mechanism by which PBM improves retinal function has not been fully elucidated. In this study, we conducted a narrative review of the published literature on PBM for treating retinal diseases and summarized the key illumination parameters used in PBM. Furthermore, we explored the potential molecular mechanisms of PBM at the retinal cellular level with the goal of providing evidence for the improved utilization of PBM in the treatment of retinal diseases.
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