What is photopheresis?

Also known as: extracorporeal photoimmunotherapy.

Photopheresis is a medical procedure that can treat graft versus host disease. It involves suppressing the immune system to prevent it from reacting adversely on the skin.


Reviewed by: Balagangadhar Totapally, MD

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