Chemotherapy is a form of treatment that uses powerful drugs to destroy cancer cells or control their growth. These drugs are usually administered intravenously (through a vein), but in some specific cases, they may also be taken orally in tablet form.

Treatment Duration: The duration of chemotherapy can vary from person to person depending on the type and stage of cancer, as well as the patient’s response to treatment. Your treatment plan will be meticulously created by your specialist physician, taking these factors into account.

Our Individualized Approach to Chemotherapy

In our clinic, our approach to chemotherapy is based on the principle that every patient and every cancer is unique. Before starting treatment:

• Type and Stage of Cancer: The exact type and stage of your cancer will be examined in detail.

• Patient’s Overall Health Status: Your existing health issues and general condition play a significant role in treatment planning.

As a result of this comprehensive evaluation, a chemotherapy plan specifically tailored to you will be created. The effectiveness of chemotherapy has been proven in common types of cancer such as breast cancer, lung cancer, and colon cancer. However, successful outcomes can also be achieved in many different types of cancer with the right timing and drug combinations.

At What Stages of Cancer is Chemotherapy Used?

Chemotherapy can play critical roles at different stages of cancer:

• Early Stage: It can be used to shrink tumors or to eliminate microscopic cancer cells remaining after surgical operations.

• Advanced Stage: It is an important treatment option for controlling the spread of cancer, slowing down tumor growth, and improving the quality of life for our patients.

Your individual needs and treatment goals are always at the forefront of our treatment planning.

Standard Procedures and Personalization in Chemotherapy

Standard treatment protocols are established for each type and stage of cancer. However, chemotherapy is primarily a treatment method chosen based on the type and genetic characteristics of the tumor.

Timing of Chemotherapy Administration: Chemotherapy can be administered at different times during the treatment process:

• Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy (Before Surgery): In some cases, chemotherapy is administered first to shrink the tumor and facilitate surgical intervention.

• Adjuvant Chemotherapy (After Surgery): Chemotherapy may be recommended after surgery to eliminate any remaining potential cancer cells and reduce the risk of recurrence.

• Chemotherapy can sometimes be combined with other treatment methods such as radiation therapy.
  
  

Recent Medical Advances in Chemotherapy: Antibody-Drug Conjugates (ADCs)

Exciting developments have been taking place in the field of chemotherapy in recent years. One of the most significant is the development of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). This innovative approach aims to deliver chemotherapy drugs directly to cancer cells.

Mechanism of Action of ADCs: ADCs combine powerful chemotherapy drugs with antibodies that bind to specific molecules on the surface of cancer cells. This allows the drug to be delivered directly to the tumor, minimizing damage to healthy cells.

Advantages of ADCs:

• Increased Treatment Effectiveness: Treatment success may increase thanks to the targeted delivery of drugs to cancer cells.

• Reduced Side Effects: Side effects may be significantly reduced as damage to healthy cells is minimized.

Areas of Use: ADCs have shown promising results and are significantly improving treatment processes, especially in breast cancer, lung cancer, and hematologic cancers (blood cancers). These advances are important steps towards improving the quality of life for our patients and making chemotherapy a more targeted treatment.