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Immunotherapy Facts
- Immunotherapy has revolutionized cancer treatment, with an estimated 30% to 40% of patients experiencing significant benefits from various immunotherapy agents.
- As of recent studies, immunotherapy has shown promising results across various cancer types, including melanoma, lung cancer, bladder cancer, and certain types of lymphoma.
- A significant percentage of patients undergoing Immunotherapy in Dubai experience prolonged responses and, in some cases, durable remissions.
The Concept of Immunotherapy
Immunotherapy harnesses specific components of the body’s immune system to combat diseases such as cancer. This can be achieved through two primary methods:
- Enhancing the natural capabilities of the immune system to recognize and alleviate cancer cells more effectively.
- Creating synthetic immune system components in a laboratory setting to augment or restore the immune system’s functionality in identifying and attacking cancer cells.
The effectiveness of immunotherapy varies depending on the type of cancer being treated. While it may be employed as a standalone treatment for certain cancers, it often demonstrates improved outcomes when combined with other therapeutic approaches for different cancer types.
Our Immunotherapy specialist Dr Rajeev Kaushal holds extensive knowledge about the new and latest immunotherapy treatments and new ways of working with the immune system.
Types of Immunotherapy
There are various forms of immunotherapy treatment in Dubai that are employed in cancer treatment, with ongoing research exploring additional modalities.
These treatments may encompass the following types:
- Checkpoint inhibitors: These medications essentially release the 'brakes' on the immune system, facilitating its recognition and targeting of cancerous cells.
- Chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy: This approach involves extracting T-cells from the patient's bloodstream, exposing them to a specialized virus that instructs them to identify and bind to tumour cells, and subsequently reintroducing these cells into the patient's body to locate and eliminate cancer.
- Cytokines: Utilizing small proteins known as cytokines, this therapy activates immune cells to launch an attack against cancerous cells.
- Immunomodulators: This class of drugs enhances specific components of the immune system to combat certain types of cancer.
- Cancer vaccines: While vaccines are typically administered to prevent infections in healthy individuals, certain vaccines are designed to elicit an immune response against cancer, either for prevention or treatment.
- Monoclonal antibodies (mAbs or MoAbs): These synthetic versions of immune system proteins can be tailored to target precise components of cancer cells, rendering them effective tools in cancer therapy.
- Oncolytic viruses: Engineered in laboratory settings, these viruses are modified to infect and destroy specific tumour cells, offering a promising avenue for cancer treatment.
What is the mechanism of Immunotherapy?
Immunotherapy operates by leveraging the body’s own immune system to combat cancer cells. Its mechanism involves several key steps:
- Recognition: Immunotherapy aids the immune system in identifying cancer cells as abnormal or foreign. This recognition is crucial for initiating an immune response against the cancerous cells.
- Activation: Upon recognizing cancer cells, immunotherapy activates various components of the immune system, such as T cells, B cells, natural killer cells, and antigen-presenting cells (APCs). This activation primes these immune cells to target and eliminate cancer cells effectively.
- Effector Mechanisms: Immunotherapy employs different effector mechanisms to eradicate cancer cells. For example, checkpoint inhibitors hinder inhibitory signals that dampen immune cell activity, enabling them to attack cancer more vigorously. CAR-T cell therapy modifies T cells genetically to express chimeric antigen receptors (CARs), empowering them to identify and destroy cancer cells directly.
- Memory Response: Immunotherapy aims to induce a memory response within the immune system, leading to sustained recognition and surveillance of cancer cells. This memory response helps prevent cancer recurrence and fosters enduring antitumor immunity.
Consult Dr Rajeev Kaushal for Immunotherapy in Dubai
For those considering immunotherapy as a treatment option in Dubai, consulting with Dr Rajeev Kaushal is a paramount step. With expertise in the field of immunotherapy and a commitment to personalized patient care, he offers comprehensive guidance and support throughout the treatment journey. By leveraging the latest advancements in immunotherapy and tailoring treatment plans to individual needs, he strives to optimize outcomes and improve the quality of life for his patients.
Schedule a consultation with Dr Rajeev Kaushal to explore the potential benefits of immunotherapy and embark on a path towards enhanced well-being and recovery.