Chapter 8: Photodynamic Therapy Dosimetry: A TO Z

This chapter uses a glossary format to introduce the reader to fundamental concepts in the dosimetry of photodynamic therapy (PDT). Each term is defined in the context of PDT dosimetry and its importance is discussed in the light of current knowledge and recent developments. The goal of the chapter is to make the literature in the field accessible to those without an extensive background in optics, photophysics, or radiation transport. The chapter concludes with a discussion of the importance of dosimetry in the future of PDT.