Treatment of cancer and blood diseases, Immunotherapies and targeted treatments.
What are oncology and hematology?
Oncology and hematology are medical specialties dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of cancers and blood disorders, including leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, and certain coagulation disorders.
Which conditions are treated?
These specialties treat solid cancers, such as breast, lung, colorectal, and prostate cancers, as well as blood disorders including anemia, leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, and bone marrow diseases.
What is immunotherapy?
Immunotherapy is an innovative treatment that stimulates or strengthens the immune system, enabling it to recognize and fight cancer cells more effectively.
What are targeted therapies?
Targeted therapies act on specific abnormalities found in cancer cells, providing a more precise and personalized treatment while often minimizing damage to healthy cells.
What is the goal of oncology and hematology?
The goal is to diagnose diseases at an early stage, provide personalized treatments, improve patients' quality of life, and increase the chances of recovery or long-term disease control.