Induction therapy

Induction therapy is a type of medical therapy used primarily in the field of oncology and organ transplantation. It is the first step of treatment, designed to send the disease into remission. In oncology, induction therapy is followed by consolidation therapy and maintenance therapy. In organ transplantation, it is used to prevent acute rejection of the organ.

Induction Therapy in Oncology

In the field of oncology, induction therapy is used as the first line of treatment for various types of cancer, including leukemia, lymphoma, and lung cancer. The goal of induction therapy is to reduce the number of cancer cells to a level where they can be managed by the body's immune system or by further treatments.

Induction therapy often involves the use of chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or a combination of both. The specific treatment plan will depend on the type of cancer, the stage of the disease, and the patient's overall health.

Induction Therapy in Organ Transplantation

In organ transplantation, induction therapy is used to prevent acute rejection of the transplanted organ. This is achieved by suppressing the recipient's immune system to prevent it from attacking the new organ.

Induction therapy in organ transplantation often involves the use of immunosuppressive drugs, such as corticosteroids, calcineurin inhibitors, and antithymocyte globulin. The specific treatment plan will depend on the type of organ being transplanted, the recipient's overall health, and the risk of rejection.

See Also

• Chemotherapy
• Radiation therapy
• Immunosuppressive drugs
• Organ transplantation
• Cancer

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