Paper Key : IRJ************328
Author: Vedant Ambadas Shirke ,Jangam Piyush ,Abhishek Arjun Chougule ,Divya Paraji Zute ,Sanket Manoj Walekar ,Tejas Bagmar ,Sanket Fulari ,Pache Tejas
Date Published: 14 Nov 2024
Abstract
Immunotherapy is a new and promising approach to cancer treatment that helps the body's immune system fight cancer cells. Unlike traditional treatments like chemotherapy, which targets both healthy and cancerous cells, immunotherapy boosts the immune system's natural ability to identify and destroy cancer. This article reviews recent advances in different types of immunotherapies, including immune checkpoint inhibitors, CAR-T cell therapy, and cancer vaccines. These treatments have shown success in treating certain types of cancers, such as melanoma, lung cancer, and blood cancers. While immunotherapy can cause fewer side effects compared to other treatments, some patients experience serious immune-related side effects. Ongoing research is focused on improving the effectiveness of immunotherapy, reducing side effects, and expanding its use to more types of cancer. This review provides a simple overview of how these therapies work, their benefits, and current challenges in cancer treatment.