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First in Gujarat: Advanced Cancer Treatment Launched
16 Apr
Summary
- New Terbium-161 FAPI PTRT therapy targets cancer cells precisely.
- This advanced treatment minimizes damage to healthy tissues.
- It offers hope for complex and resistant cancers with lower toxicity.
Gujarat's first Terbium-161 FAPI PTRT treatment has been launched at the Bhailal Amin Cancer Centre, enhancing cancer care with advanced molecular radiotheranostics. This innovative nuclear medicine therapy precisely targets cancer-associated fibroblasts within the tumour microenvironment.
The treatment delivers targeted radiation directly to malignant cells, proving effective against microscopic disease. It aims to preserve healthy tissues, reducing toxicity compared to traditional methods. This advancement offers improved tolerability and quality of life for patients.
Dr. Avani Jain highlighted its promise across various cancers, including pancreatic, sarcomas, and cholangiocarcinoma, with potential for breast, colorectal, and ovarian cancers. Ravi Hirwani noted the hospital's commitment to personalized, patient-centric oncology in Gujarat.
