SYSTEMIC IMMUNOTHERAPY
Supporting the body’s immune response.
Systemic immunotherapy uses medications that help the immune system recognize and respond to cancer cells. It is commonly used in the management of advanced melanoma and may be considered when other treatments are not suitable.
What is systematic immunotherapy?
Systemic immunotherapy uses medications that help the immune system better recognize and respond to cancer cells. These treatments work by targeting specific pathways involved in how cancer cells evade immune detection. In certain cases, this approach can support the body’s ability to control or slow the growth of melanoma.
Systemic immunotherapy is a potential treatment option for:
- Melanoma
How systematic immunotherapy works.
Systemic immunotherapy is administered by an oncologist, most often through intravenous infusion. Once in the bloodstream, the medication circulates throughout the body and helps the immune system recognize and respond to cancer cells more effectively. The specific treatment schedule and medication type depend on the individual clinical situation.
The benefits of systematic immunotherapy.
Systemic immunotherapy can be an option for certain cases of advanced melanoma. These treatments work by helping the immune system recognize and target cancer cells more effectively. While results vary from person to person, immunotherapy has provided meaningful benefits for some patients when other treatments may be less suitable. Your oncology team will review the potential benefits and risks based on your individual situation.
Explore more treatment options.
Additional treatment approaches may be considered depending on the type of skin cancer and your clinical needs. Our team can explain the available options and help you understand what may be recommended for your situation.