Light therapy shows promise for diabetic foot wounds

NCT ID NCT06416462

First seen Mar 03, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 14 times

Summary

This study tested a light-based treatment called antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT) on diabetic foot ulcers. 94 people with infected foot wounds received either aPDT or a placebo. The goal was to see if aPDT improves wound healing and quality of life. Results are not yet published.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Raquel Agnelli Mesquita-Ferrari

    São Paulo, São Paulo, 11030-480, Brazil

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