reinfused after exposure to a photoactive compound (methoxsalen) and ultraviolet A light.
We performed a preliminary study to assess the safety and efficacy of photopheresis in the
prevention of acute rejection of cardiac allografts. Methods A total of 60 consecutive eligible
recipients of primary cardiac transplants were randomly assigned to standard triple-drug
immunosuppressive therapy (cyclosporine, azathioprine, and prednisone) alone or in …