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The mechanism of action of CAR T-cell therapy: T cells: To understand CAR T-cell therapy, it helps to understand what T cells do. White blood cells called lymphocytes play an important part in fighting infection and diseases, including cancer. There are different types of lymphocytes. T cells are one type. T cells move around the body to find and destroy defective […]
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Tumor Lysis Syndrome (TLS) is a severe, potentially life-threatening oncologic emergency that arises during or shortly after the treatment of cancer. This critical condition is defined by the rapid breakdown of cancer cells, causing the massive release of intracellular contents (such as potassium, phosphate, and uric acid) into the bloodstream. While TLS is most commonly associated with hematologic malignancies like […]
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This article reviews the basic principles of chemotherapy for the safe and effective use of various cytotoxic agents. We provide a detailed look at the mechanisms, drug classifications, and standardized regimens necessary for managing neoplastic diseases (cancer). Mastering these foundational concepts is critical for optimizing treatment outcomes and anticipating potential toxicities. Introduction: The long-term understanding of cancer growth is that […]
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The principles of cancer therapy (which can be curative or palliative) are fundamentally based on the tumor’s characteristics and the patient’s ability to tolerate the treatment. Modern anticancer therapy often includes a combination of modalities like surgery, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiation therapy, and/or targeted therapy. Cancer treatment is one of the greatest healthcare concerns globally. Once cancer is confirmed, further diagnostics […]
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