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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWhat is Targeted therapy ?<\/strong>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCancer targeted therapies are like precision tools in the fight against cancer. Unlike traditional chemotherapy, which attacks all rapidly dividing cells, targeted therapies focus specifically on the molecules and pathways that are crucial for cancer cell growth and survival. This approach helps to minimize damage to healthy cells and reduce side effects.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tOne of the most well-known examples of targeted therapy is the use of HER2 inhibitors in breast cancer. HER2 is a protein that promotes the growth of cancer cells. In some breast cancers, HER2 is overproduced, leading to aggressive tumor growth. Drugs like trastuzumab (Herceptin) specifically target and block HER2, slowing down or stopping the growth of these tumors.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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An Insight into Targeted Therapy<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAnother example is BCR-ABL inhibitors used in chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). The BCR-ABL gene produces a protein that causes cancer cells to grow uncontrollably. Imatinib (Gleevec) is a drug that targets this protein, effectively controlling the disease and allowing many patients to live normal lives\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Targeted therapies also include angiogenesis inhibitors, which prevent the formation of new blood vessels that tumors need to grow. By cutting off their blood supply, these drugs can starve the tumor. Bevacizumab (Avastin) is one such drug used in various cancers, including colorectal and lung cancer.<\/p>

Monoclonal antibodies are another type of targeted therapy. These lab-made molecules can bind to specific targets on cancer cells. For example, rituximab (Rituxan) targets the CD20 protein on B cells and is used to treat certain types of lymphoma.<\/p>

Signal transduction inhibitors block the signals that tell cancer cells to grow and divide. Drugs like erlotinib (Tarceva) target the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) in non-small cell lung cancer, helping to slow down the disease.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Targeted therapies are a cornerstone of precision medicine, which tailors treatment to the individual characteristics of each patient\u2019s cancer. This personalized approach not only improves the effectiveness of treatment but also enhances the quality of life for patients by reducing side effects.<\/p>

In summary, cancer targeted therapies represent a significant advancement in oncology, offering more effective and less toxic treatment options. By focusing on the specific mechanisms that drive cancer growth, these therapies provide hope for better outcomes and a brighter future for patients battling cancer.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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