Many other cancer patients are also facing a life-or-death dilemma closely tied to the enormous cost of treatment. The reason is the very high demand for their use, while treatment costs are so high that many patients cannot afford to follow long-term regimens. Statistical data shows that targeted therapy can help extend progression-free survival up to 36.8 months, a very significant figure in cancer treatment. Prof. Pham Cam Phuong, Director of the Center for Nuclear Medicine and Oncology at Bach Mai Hospital (Hanoi), noted that current cancer treatment costs are immense. With timely and adequate treatment, many cancer patients can return to normal life and continue to contribute positively to society.

Source: VietNamNet News February 08, 2026 22:03 UTC