What Is Preventative Chemotherapy? 3 Oncologists Explain
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10/07/2024 07:05 PM
While many people are familiar with chemotherapy as a drug treatment for cancer, preventive chemotherapy is less widely understood. You may have heard the term come up in recent months with the announcement of Kate Middleton's health concerns and cancer treatment. But preventative chemo isn't solely reserved for royals. This treatment is commonly given before or after primary treatments, such as surgery, to help lower the chances of cancer returning, according to the Mayo Clinic. To get a better understanding of preventative chemotherapy, PS spoke with three oncologists, who helped break down . . .
