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• 11 April, 2025
• Posted by: Bumrungrad International Hospital

 

Precision Medicine in Cancer Treatment: A New Era of Hope 

Cancer treatment has come a long way, and one of the biggest breakthroughs is precision medicine—a highly personalized approach that tailors treatment to each patient’s unique cancer type. Instead of using the same treatment for everyone, precision medicine analyzes a patient’s genes and the specific characteristics of their tumor to find the most effective therapy. 

 

How Does Precision Medicine Work? 

Every person’s cancer is different, and understanding these differences helps doctors choose the best treatment. Here’s how precision medicine works: 

• Genetic Testing – A sample of the tumor is analysed to identify the genetic mutations driving the cancer. 

• Targeted Therapy – Special drugs are used to attack cancer cells based on their unique mutations, leaving healthy cells mostly unharmed. 

• Immunotherapy – Treatments boost the body’s immune system, helping it recognize and destroy cancer cells. 

• Personalised Treatment Plans – Instead of a one-size-fits-all approach, doctors select therapies most likely to work for each patient. 

 

What Are the Benefits? 

Precision medicine is changing lives by making cancer treatment more effective and less stressful. Here’s why: 

• Better Results – By targeting the cancer’s specific weaknesses, treatments work more efficiently. 

• Fewer Side Effects – Traditional chemotherapy attacks all fast-growing cells, including healthy ones, leading to common side effects such as a weakened immune system, nausea, etc. Targeted treatments focus only on cancer cells, reducing damage to healthy tissues. 

• More Treatment Options – Patients who don’t respond well to standard treatments may have more options with a precision medicine strategy. 

• Hope for the Future – Ongoing research is uncovering new ways to personalize cancer care, bringing hope to more patients every day. 

Is Precision Medicine Right for Everyone? 

Not all cancers have known genetic markers that can be targeted, but testing can help determine if precision medicine is an option. Doctors may recommend genetic screening to identify the best treatment plan. 

Thanks to advancements in precision oncology, cancer treatment is becoming smarter, safer, and more effective—offering new hope to patients around the world. If you or a loved one is facing a cancer diagnosis, asking about precision medicine could be a step toward a better treatment plan. 

At Bumrungrad’s Horizon Cancer Center, specialists use advanced genomic testing to create customized cancer treatments. With cutting-edge technology and a multidisciplinary approach, we offer targeted therapies, immunotherapy, and personalized care to improve outcomes. 

Provided by the Horizon Regional Cancer Center at Bumrungrad International Hospital