Chemotherapy Biotherapy Certification ONS Practice Testq

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What type of chemotherapy is used before surgery to reduce tumor burden?

Adjuvant chemotherapy
Maintenance chemotherapy
Neoadjuvant chemotherapy
Palliative chemotherapy

The correct answer is: Neoadjuvant chemotherapy

Neoadjuvant chemotherapy is administered prior to surgical procedures with the primary goal of reducing the size or extent of the tumor. This preoperative approach can make surgical removal more feasible and effective, potentially allowing for less extensive surgeries and improving surgical outcomes. In some cases, it may also provide an opportunity to assess the tumor's response to the chemotherapy, which can inform postoperative treatment decisions. Adjuvant chemotherapy is utilized after surgery to eliminate any remaining cancer cells, while maintenance chemotherapy aims to prolong remission or prevent recurrence after initial treatment. Palliative chemotherapy, on the other hand, focuses on alleviating symptoms and improving quality of life rather than curing the cancer or significantly shrinking the tumor. The distinct purpose of neoadjuvant chemotherapy is therefore what sets it apart from these other types of treatment.