Effects of Laser Irradiation at 1265 nm in Melanoma Cells

Abstract Melanoma is the most dangerous type of cancer, with a high rate of metastasis. The conventional method of treating skin melanoma is photodynamic therapy, yet this type of phototherapy has several side effects. In addition, the photosensitizers used are relatively expensive and toxic. Thus, developing methods of treating melanoma cancer using laser only is a promising area of research. Here we present in vitro effects in melanoma cell culture after 1265 nm laser irradiation exposure.