Radioimmunotherapy

Radioimmunotherapy is a specialized cancer treatment that combines immunotherapy and radiation therapy. It involves using antibodies—proteins that can identify and bind to specific cancer cells—tagged with a radioactive substance. When these antibodies attach to the cancer cells, the radiation they carry delivers a targeted dose of energy, damaging the cancer cells and helping to destroy them while sparing surrounding healthy tissue. This method enhances the body's immune response against the cancer, making it a promising approach for treating certain types of tumors, particularly lymphomas and some leukemia.