Immunotherapy is a form of treatment that utilizes the body's immune system to fight cancer. These therapies can boost the immune system's natural ability to detect and kill cancer cells. Common types of immunotherapies include:
1. Checkpoint Inhibitors: These drugs block checkpoint proteins from binding with their partners, allowing T-cells to kill cancer cells more effectively. 2. CAR-T Cell Therapy: This involves modifying a patient's T-cells to better recognize and attack cancer cells. 3. Cancer Vaccines: These are designed to elicit an immune response against specific cancer antigens. 4. Cytokines: Proteins such as interleukins and interferons can boost the immune system’s response to cancer.
