Chemotherapy Services at RSU Hermina Pandanaran

Hello Hermina Friends,

Chemotherapy is a treatment that takes place by administering various drugs to kill cancer cells. The way chemotherapy drugs work is to stop the reproduction of cancer cells so as to prevent them from growing and spreading in the body.

Chemotherapy may be given if the cancer has spread or has the potential to spread. In general, this treatment is carried out when:
• Before surgery or radiation therapy to reduce the size of the tumor.
• After surgery or radiation therapy to destroy remaining cancer cells that have not been removed.
• Maximizes treatment effects during radiation therapy and biologic therapy.

Types of Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is generally systemic, meaning the drug can spread to all parts of the body. There are several types of chemotherapy that are commonly used, such as:
1. Intravenous (IV) the most common chemotherapy process. The medicine will go directly into the blood vessel through an IV
2. Intraperitoneal (IP) Medication is given through surgery or through a special tube that is inserted into the abdominal cavity.
3. Intraarterial (IA) The drug is inserted into the arteries that distribute blood to cancer cells.
4. Injections are given using injections under the skin or muscle. Cancer sufferers can also receive injections in the arms, legs or around the stomach.
5. Oral, which is consumed by mouth in the form of pills or liquids that can be swallowed.
6. Topical, namely applied to the part of the body or skin that has cancer.

Consult a doctor at RSU Hermina Pandanaran if Hermina's friends need chemotherapy or further consultation.

Stay Healthy, Hermina's Friend

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