Immunotherapy

[Cami]

Immunotherapy is the use of drugs that mimic or modify components of the immune system (such as tumor antigens and immune checkpoints—see also Overview of the Immune System) to fight disease. Immunotherapy is rapidly evolving, especially in the field of cancer treatment.
Several types (classes) of immunotherapeutic drugs have been developed. Some of the most common classes are

Cytokines and cytokine receptors
Fusion proteins
Monoclonal antibodies

[Cami]

The prevention or treatment of disease with substances that stimulate the immune response.

[Dianne]

treatment that improves ability of the immune system to fight disease: