Advanced Cancer Therapies
Advanced Cancer Therapies
Advanced cancer therapies represent the cutting-edge treatments designed to target cancer more precisely and effectively while minimizing damage to healthy tissues. These therapies have transformed oncology care by offering new hope to patients with complex or advanced-stage cancers. They include targeted therapy, immunotherapy, chemotherapy, and hormonal therapy, each tailored to the unique characteristics of the patient’s cancer.
Targeted therapy uses drugs or other substances to identify and attack specific molecules involved in cancer growth and progression. Unlike traditional chemotherapy, which affects all rapidly dividing cells, targeted therapies focus on cancer cells, reducing side effects and improving outcomes. Examples include drugs that block growth factor receptors or inhibit enzymes vital for tumor survival.
Immunotherapy harnesses the body’s immune system to fight cancer. It works by stimulating immune cells or removing the brakes that prevent the immune system from attacking cancer cells. Checkpoint inhibitors, CAR-T cell therapy, and cancer vaccines are some forms of immunotherapy that have shown remarkable success in treating various cancers.
Chemotherapy remains a fundamental treatment, using powerful drugs to kill or stop the growth of cancer cells. It can be used alone or in combination with other therapies, especially when cancer has spread or is aggressive.
Hormonal therapy is effective in cancers driven by hormones, such as breast and prostate cancers. It works by blocking hormone production or preventing hormones from acting on cancer cells, thereby slowing or stopping tumor growth.
Dr. Amritjot Singh Randhawa expertly integrates these advanced therapies into personalized treatment plans, ensuring patients receive the most effective, evidence-based care for their specific cancer type and stage. This approach maximizes treatment benefits and improves patients’ quality of life.