pharmacotherapy
chemotherapy
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treatment with a chemotherapeutic agent
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The use of synthetic or naturally-occurring chemicals for the treatment of diseases.
treatment with a chemotherapeutic drug
chemotherapeutic agent treatment
Although this term is used to describe any therapy involving the use of chemical-based agents, it is particularly used to refer to the use of chemical-based agents to treat cancer. Antineoplastic chemotherapy works by arresting or killing the growth and spread of cancer cells. Chemotherapy may also include agents that enhance immune function or alter hormonal activity.
treatment with a chemotherapeutic medication
chemotherapeutic drug treatment
NCIT:C15632