What are Some Examples of Specific Targeting in Medicine?
Specific targeting is being utilized in various medical applications:
Cancer Treatment:Nanoparticles targeting cancer cells through overexpressed receptors like HER2 in breast cancer or folate receptors in ovarian cancer. Cardiovascular Diseases: Targeted delivery of anti-inflammatory agents to plaques in arteries to prevent atherosclerosis. Gene Therapy: Delivery of genetic material to specific cells to correct genetic disorders.