psoralen and ultraviolet A (PUVA) therapy

Definition of PUVA therapy
National Cancer Institute

PUVA therapy

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A type of photodynamic therapy used to treat skin conditions such as psoriasis, vitiligo, and skin nodules of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma. The patient receives psoralen (a drug that becomes active when it is exposed to light) by mouth or applied to the skin, followed by ultraviolet A radiation. PUVA therapy may increase the risk of getting skin cancer. Also called psoralen and ultraviolet A therapy.

Source: NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms