Chapter 6: Cancer Treatments Flashcards
1
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Does cancer can be treated with surgery?
A
Yes, cancer may be treated with surgery removal of cancerous tissue, as well as some surrounding tissue and nearby lymph nodes.
2
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What is Chemotherapy?
A
A cancer treatment with drugs that destroy cancer cells, either throughout the whole body or in a specific area.
3
Q
Does Chemotherapy may be used in combination with other treatments?
A
Yes in some cases with such as radiation therapy or surgery.
4
Q
What is Radiation therapy?
A
Advanced radiation therapies make use of image guidance before and during treatment to target tumors, while sparing healthy tissues and surrounding organs.
5
Q
Can Radiation therapy be used in combination with surgery and/or chemotherapy?
A
Yes.
