Intro To Chemo And Resistance Mechanisms 2 Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
When is adjuvant therapy given?
A
Along with or after local methods of treatment
2
Q
What is the purpose of adjuvant therapy?
A
To prevent secondary neoplasm / to destroy micrometastases / residual lymph nodes.
3
Q
When is neo adjuvant treatment given?
A
Given before surgery or treatment in order to reduce the size of large primary neoplasm.
4
Q
What is primary resistance?
A
absence of response on the first exposure to currently available agents
5
Q
What is acquired resistance?
A
Resistance that develops in response to exposure to a given anti-cancer agent
