DC Therapy

What is DC Therapy?

DC Therapy (Dendritic Cell therapy) is an advanced form of personalized immunotherapy. It works by using your body’s own dendritic cells — the “commanders” of the immune system — to train T cells to recognize and attack cancer cells. By enhancing your immune system’s ability to detect harmful cells, DC therapy helps improve long-term immune defense and resilience..

Why DC Therapy?

Patients often ask how DC therapy is different from conventional treatments. Unlike chemotherapy or radiation, which can damage healthy tissue, DC therapy:

  • Is personalized to your cancer type.
  • Targets cancer cells specifically without harming healthy cells.
  • Has a low risk of serious side effects.
  • Is suitable even for frail or elderly patients.

Potential Benefits

Helps the immune system recognize and fight cancer cells.

May reduce tumor growth and improve survival in some cases.

Supports prevention of recurrence or metastasis.

Provides a gentler, patient-tailored approach to cancer care.

Procedure

Preparations

Step 1.

Consultation

Online or in-person (English, Japanese, or Chinese).

Step 2.

Blood Test

To check immune readiness and screen for infections.

Treatment

Step 3.

Blood Collection

 About 32 ml of blood is drawn at the clinic.

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Step 4.

Cell Culture

Dendritic cells are trained with cancer antigens to help them target your
cancer.

Step 5.

Treatment

 Dendritic cells are reinfused 14 days later by injection above the collarbone (lymph node area).

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FAQs

Is it safe?

Most patients tolerate DC therapy well. Possible side effects include:

  • Mild fever (37–38 °C) within hours of treatment.
  • Redness or swelling at the injection site.
  • These effects are generally mild and resolve within 24 hours.
  • Patients with solid tumors.
  • Those seeking to prevent recurrence or metastasis.
  • Individuals looking for a gentler, more personalized option alongside standard
    treatments.

Research suggests DC therapy may reduce tumor growth, improve survival in some cases, and help prevent recurrence. Results vary depending on cancer type and stage.

Yes. DC therapy is often paired with ANK Cell Therapy — DC cells train your immune system to recognize cancer, while NK cells attack and destroy it. Together, they strengthen overall immune response for better results.