Chemotherapy for Thymic Malignancies

Chemotherapy for thymic malignancies involves the use of drugs to target and kill cancer cells in the thymus, a gland located in the chest. These cancers are relatively rare but can be aggressive. Chemotherapy may be used before surgery to shrink tumors, after surgery to eliminate remaining cells, or for advanced cases to control symptoms. The treatment regimen typically includes a combination of medications given intravenously or orally, and while it can be effective, it often comes with side effects like nausea, fatigue, and hair loss, as it also affects healthy cells in the body.