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Matrix metalloproteinase sensitive gold nanorod for simultaneous bioimaging and photothermal therapy of cancer

  • Dong Kee Yi
  • , In Cheol Sun
  • , Ju Hee Ryu
  • , Heebeom Koo
  • , Chul Wan Park
  • , In Chan Youn
  • , Kuiwon Choi
  • , Ick Chan Kwon
  • , Kwangmeyung Kim
  • , Cheol Hee Ahn

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Abstract

Herein, we developed matrix metalloprotease (MMP) sensitive gold nanorods (MMP-AuNR) for cancer imaging and therapy. It was feasible to absorb NIR laser and convert into heat as well as visualize MMP activity. We showed the possibility of gold nanorods as a hyperthermal therapeutic agent and MMP sensitive imaging agent both in vitro and in vivo condition. The results suggested potential application of MMP-AuNR for simultaneous cancer diagnosis and therapy.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)2173-2177
Number of pages5
JournalBioconjugate Chemistry
Volume21
Issue number12
DOIs
StatePublished - 15 Dec 2010

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  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
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