Dual Key-Activated Nir-I/II Fluorescence Probe for Monitoring Photodynamic and Photothermal Synergistic Therapy Efficacy.

Wang, Wen-Xin; Chao, Jing-Jing; Wang, Zhi-Qing; Liu, Ting; Mao, Guo-Jiang; Yang, Bin; Li, Chun-Yan · Adv Healthc Mater · 2023

basic_science · Level V

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Abstract

As cancer markers, hydrogen peroxide (H<sub>2</sub> O<sub>2</sub> ) and viscosity play an essential role in the development of tumors. Meanwhile, based on the performance of near-infrared (NIR) fluorescence imaging and the high efficiency of photodynamic therapy (PDT) and photothermal therapy (PTT) synergistic therapy, it is urgent to develop a dual-key (H<sub>2</sub> O<sub>2</sub> and viscosity) activated fluorescence probe for cancer phototherapy. Herein, a NIR-I/II fluorescence probe named BX-B is reported. In the presence of both H<sub>2</sub> O<sub>2</sub> and viscosity, the fluorescence signal of NIR-I (810 nm) and NIR-II (945 nm) can be released. In the presence of H<sub>2</sub> O<sub>2</sub> , the PDT and PTT effects are observed. BX-B is used to monitor its therapeutic effects in cancer cells and tumor-bearing mice due to the increased viscosity caused by PDT and PTT. In addition, the tumors of mice treated with BX-B are almost completely ablated after the laser irradiation based on its PDT and PTT synergistic therapy. This work provides a reliable platform for effective cancer treatment and immediate evaluation of therapeutic effects.

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