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Immunotherapy

Treatment that helps the immune system recognise and attack cancer cells, usually through immune checkpoint inhibitors.

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ImunoterapiDraft, not yet medically reviewed

Not a diagnosis and not final medical advice. Must be reviewed by a doctor.

What is it?

Immunotherapy works through the immune system so the response pattern can be different from chemotherapy.

Some patients experience a lasting response, others do not get the expected benefits.

Markers such as PD-L1 and MSI/MMR are often part of the consideration.

Antibodies inhibit signals that suppress the immune system so that T cells become more active against cancer cells.
How Immunotherapy

How it works

Antibodies inhibit signals that suppress the immune system so that T cells become more active against cancer cells.

Position in the treatment pathway: Can be first-line therapy in certain groups, therapy after other therapies, or in combination with chemotherapy.

Diagram abstrak imunoterapi: sel imun mengenali sel tumor melalui titik pemeriksaan

What is the process like?

  1. Preparation 1

    History of autoimmune disease and lung disease.

  2. Preparation 2

    Basic laboratory examination.

  3. Preparation 3

    Discussion of the risk of reactions related to the immune system.

  4. Monitoring

    Monitor for systemic symptoms at each visit.

All preparation

  • History of autoimmune disease and lung disease.
  • Basic laboratory examination.
  • Discussion of the risk of reactions related to the immune system.

All monitoring

  • Monitor for systemic symptoms at each visit.
  • Periodic laboratory tests, including thyroid function.

Risks and points to watch

Side-effect notes, not a complete list

This list covers categories commonly discussed. Individual risk is always assessed by the treating team.
  • Reactions related to the immune system can occur in the skin, intestines, lungs, liver or endocrine glands.
  • Symptoms such as shortness of breath or severe diarrhea need to be checked immediately.
  • Some side effects may appear after therapy is completed.

Cost and access

Cost figures depend heavily on location, facility and payer. We do not show estimated figures on this page; what can be prepared first are the questions.

  • Pembrolizumab

    Anti-PD-1 antibodies

    • Availability may vary between health facilities and changes over time.
    • Funding pathway (insurance, patient access program, or self-directed) needs to be confirmed.
    • Prices are not listed because they cannot be verified responsibly.

  • Nivolumab

    Anti-PD-1 antibodies

    • Availability may vary between health facilities and changes over time.
    • Funding pathway (insurance, patient access program, or self-directed) needs to be confirmed.
    • Prices are not listed because they cannot be verified responsibly.

  • Ipilimumab

    Anti-CTLA-4 antibodies

    • Availability may vary between health facilities and changes over time.
    • Funding pathway (insurance, patient access program, or self-directed) needs to be confirmed.
    • Prices are not listed because they cannot be verified responsibly.

  • Atezolizumab

    Anti-PD-L1 antibodies

    • Availability may vary between health facilities and changes over time.
    • Funding pathway (insurance, patient access program, or self-directed) needs to be confirmed.
    • Prices are not listed because they cannot be verified responsibly.

  • Durvalumab

    Anti-PD-L1 antibodies

    • Availability may vary between health facilities and changes over time.
    • Funding pathway (insurance, patient access program, or self-directed) needs to be confirmed.
    • Prices are not listed because they cannot be verified responsibly.

  • Cemiplimab

    Anti-PD-1 antibodies

    • Availability may vary between health facilities and changes over time.
    • Funding pathway (insurance, patient access program, or self-directed) needs to be confirmed.
    • Prices are not listed because they cannot be verified responsibly.

  • Dostarlimab

    Anti-PD-1 antibodies

    • Availability may vary between health facilities and changes over time.
    • Funding pathway (insurance, patient access program, or self-directed) needs to be confirmed.
    • Prices are not listed because they cannot be verified responsibly.

  • Rituximab

    Anti-CD20 monoclonal antibody

    • Availability may vary between health facilities and changes over time.
    • Funding pathway (insurance, patient access program, or self-directed) needs to be confirmed.
    • Prices are not listed because they cannot be verified responsibly.

  • Glofitamab

    CD20xCD3 bispecific antibody

    • Availability may vary between health facilities and changes over time.
    • Funding pathway (insurance, patient access program, or self-directed) needs to be confirmed.
    • Prices are not listed because they cannot be verified responsibly.

  • Daratumumab

    Anti-CD38 monoclonal antibody

    • Availability may vary between health facilities and changes over time.
    • Funding pathway (insurance, patient access program, or self-directed) needs to be confirmed.
    • Prices are not listed because they cannot be verified responsibly.

  • Teclistamab

    BCMAxCD3 bispecific antibody

    • Availability may vary between health facilities and changes over time.
    • Funding pathway (insurance, patient access program, or self-directed) needs to be confirmed.
    • Prices are not listed because they cannot be verified responsibly.
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Providers and clinical trials

Access status not yet verified

Studies are filtered from the public registry. Site readiness and international patient acceptance still need confirmation before any travel is planned.
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Questions for the doctor

  • What is the basis for considering immunotherapy in this case?
  • What symptoms should be reported immediately?
  • What is the plan for regular check-ups during therapy?

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