Fukuoka Cancer Comprehensive Clinic: Advanced Apheresis and Cell Therapy
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Fukuoka Cancer Comprehensive Clinic is one of the medical institutions that Medical Supporter works with. Led by Dr. Takashi Morisaki, who has clinical research experience at Kyushu University Hospital, the clinic provides immune cell therapy as an adjunct treatment for advanced cancer; suitability is assessed by a physician.
Two Core Technology Platforms
Advanced Apheresis Technology: Unlike standard whole blood collection, the clinic employs precision component apheresis systems. Immune cells (T cells, NK cells) are selectively extracted via blood separator technology, with plasma and red cells immediately returned to the patient.
Advantage: Sufficient cellular material obtained in single procedure, reducing phlebotomy burden in weakened patients.
In-House CPC Laboratory: To reduce the risk of cell damage during transport, the clinic has an on-site Cell Processing Center (CPC).
Quality Management: Culture can begin shortly after apheresis, with the aim of maintaining cell viability.
Treatment Modalities
Activated Lymphocyte Therapy: Synchronized T cell and NK cell expansion
Dendritic Cell Vaccine (DC): Tumor-specific antigen presentation strategy
Peptide Vaccine Combinations: Personalized HLA-matched peptide therapy
Data Source
Fukuoka Cancer Comprehensive Clinic Clinical Program
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