Description

Immunotherapy is a treatment that uses the body's immune system to fight diseases, particularly cancer. It can involve stimulating the immune response or providing the body with immune system components, such as antibodies.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters may encounter various forms of immunotherapy, such as monoclonal antibodies or checkpoint inhibitors, which should be clearly communicated. It is important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms that may confuse the patient. Stick to 'inmunoterapia' in formal contexts to ensure clarity.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient is being treated with immunotherapy to enhance her immune response against cancer.

ES: La paciente está recibiendo tratamiento con inmunoterapia para mejorar su respuesta inmune contra el cáncer.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'immunotherapy' with 'immunization'; mispronouncing 'inmunoterapia' as 'inmunotera-pia'; using informal terms instead of the formal medical term.