Presentation Overview

TODAY'S DISCUSSION

What is targeted therapy?

What are the types of targeted therapy?

How does targeted therapy work against cancer?

What are the side effects of targeted therapy?

How is targeted therapy given?

How often should the patient receive targeted therapy?

What is targeted therapy?

Targeted therapy refers to a type of cancer treatment that specifically targets certain molecules or genetic mutations that are involved in the growth and survival of cancer cells. Unlike traditional chemotherapy, which can affect both healthy and cancerous cells, targeted therapies are designed to selectively attack cancer cells while minimizing damage to normal cells.

What are the types of targeted therapy?

There are two types of targeted therapy

⚬Small-molecule drugs

⚬Therapeutic antibodies