The integration of nanotechnology in PCI offers several advantages:
Enhanced delivery: Nanoparticles can be engineered to carry both the photosensitizer and the therapeutic agent, ensuring co-localization within target cells. Targeting: Nanoparticles can be functionalized with specific ligands to target particular cell types, improving the specificity and efficacy of the treatment. Controlled release: Nanoparticles can be designed to release their cargo in response to specific stimuli, such as pH changes or light exposure, enhancing the precision of drug delivery.
