Review:
Targeted Therapy
overall review score: 4.5
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Targeted therapy is a type of cancer treatment that uses drugs or other substances to identify and attack cancer cells while causing minimal harm to normal cells.
Key Features
- Precise targeting of cancer cells
- Reduced damage to healthy cells
- Personalized treatment based on specific genetic markers
Pros
- Highly effective for certain types of cancer
- Less toxic than traditional chemotherapy
- Can be tailored to individual patients based on genetic testing
Cons
- Limited effectiveness in some cases
- Resistance may develop over time
- Costly and not always covered by insurance