Enhancing biosafety in photodynamic therapy: progress and perspectives

Key Points

• Smart photosensitizers enhance the efficacy of photodynamic therapy while improving biosafety.
• The review emphasizes unique characteristics of these agents, which are crucial for successful clinical applications.
• Future prospects in clinical settings are explored, indicating significant potential for patient safety and treatment outcomes.
• Understanding of biosafety in therapy will evolve as smart photosensitizers are further developed.