Immunotherapy vs. Targeted Therapy: Mechanism Differences Explained

How checkpoint inhibitors differ from kinase inhibitors in modern precision oncology.

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Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors (PD-1/PD-L1)

Unmasking cancer cells so the patient’s own T-cells can identify and destroy them.

Small Molecule Targeted Kinase Inhibitors

Directly blocking specific genetic signaling mutations (EGFR, ALK, BRAF) that drive tumor proliferation.


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