Treatment Approaches
Salvage Therapy
Also known as: Rescue therapy, Second-line therapy, Retreatment
Definition
Treatment given after initial therapy has failed or cancer has returned, aimed at achieving remission or controlling disease.
Detailed Explanation
Salvage therapy represents a second-line or later-line treatment approach. It may involve different drugs, higher doses, or new treatment modalities like immunotherapy. The goal is to induce remission, slow progression, or palliate symptoms when cure is not possible.