Transformations and Challenges in Cancer Treatment
摘要
The chapter on cancer treatment evolution traces the journey from chemotherapy, the earliest form of treatment with nonspecific action and significant side effects, to the more refined targeted therapy, which heralds precision medicine by focusing on specific molecular targets for enhanced efficacy and fewer side effects. It culminates with the latest advancement, immunotherapy, which revolutionizes cancer treatment by employing the body’s immune system, offering potential cures and long-lasting responses. This chapter underscores the shift towards increasing specificity and personalization in cancer therapy, highlighting the transformative impact these developments have had on patient outcomes and the ongoing quest for more effective, patient-centered treatments.