What Are Immunotherapy & Targeted Therapy?
Modern cancer treatment goes beyond traditional chemotherapy.
Newer treatments are designed to:
- Target cancer cells more precisely
- Improve outcomes
- Reduce unnecessary side effect
What is Targeted Therapy?
Precision-Based Cancer Treatment
targeted therapy focuses on specific pathways in cancer cells
- It works differently from traditional chemotherapy
- Instead of affecting all fast-growing cells, it selectively attacks cancer cells
- Helps provide more precise and personalized treatment
How It Works
Blocks Growth Signals
Prevents cancer cells from receiving signals needed for growth and multiplication.
Prevents Blood Supply
Stops tumours from developing the blood supply needed for survival.
Interferes with Repair
Disrupts cancer cell repair mechanisms, making tumour cells more vulnerable.
Treatment is not decided only before surgery How Treatment is Planned
Final decisions are made during surgery using:
- Resection without rupture
- Frozen section (LIVE biopsy)
This allows:
Right surgery to be performed in a single operation
Why Biopsy Should Be Avoided Before Surgery
In most ovarian masses, preoperative biopsy is NOT recommended
1. Risk of Tumour Rupture
- Needle biopsy can puncture the cyst/tumour
- Leads to spillage → cancer spread
2. Does Not Change Treatment Plan
- If biopsy shows cancer → surgery is still required
- If biopsy shows no cancer → not reliable (only small sample taken)
3. False Reassurance Risk
- A negative biopsy does NOT rule out cancer
Common Targeted Therapies in Ovarian Cancer
1. PARP Inhibitors
Used in patients with:
Helps prevent cancer cells from repairing themselves
2. Anti-Angiogenic Therapy
Blocks formation of new blood vessels
Starves tumour of nutrients
Limits tumour growth by reducing its blood supply
Immunotherapy in Ovarian Cancer
What is Immunotherapy?
Immunotherapy helps the body’s immune system recognize and attack cancer cells.
Instead of directly killing cancer, it activates natural defence mechanisms
How Immunotherapy Works
- Enhances immune response
- Helps immune cells identify cancer
- Prevents cancer from escaping immune detection
When Are These Treatments Used?
- Advanced ovarian cancer
- Recurrent disease
- Maintenance therapy after chemotherapy
- Selected patients based on tumour biology
Comprehensive Ovarian Cancer Care
Role Along with Other Treatments
These therapies are used along with:
- Surgery
- Chemotherapy
Part of a comprehensive treatment plan
Why Choose a Specialized Centre?
These advanced therapies require:
- Expertise in ovarian cancer biology
- Access to genetic testing
- Personalized treatment planning
Best managed by a gynecologic oncologist
Real Surgical Experience
Showcasing real-world CRS surgery experience and outcomes
Advanced Ovarian Cancer Treatment in Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Advanced Ovarian Cancer Treatment
Immunotherapy and targeted therapy options are available in Ahmedabad with:
- Personalized treatment planning
- Access to advanced diagnostics
- Multidisciplinary cancer care
Patients Visit From
Patients from:
- Ahmedabad
- Gujarat
- Across India
Seek advanced ovarian cancer treatments
Consult for Personalized Cancer Treatment
If diagnosed with ovarian cancer:
Discuss:
- Genetic testing
- Targeted therapy options
- Long-term treatment planning
Freequntly ask questions?
Treatment that specifically attacks cancer cells based on their biology.
A drug that blocks cancer cells from repairing DNA damage.
It helps selected patients, especially in advanced or recurrent disease.
No. They are used based on specific indications and test results.
