Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy Targeted Cancer Care
Introduction
HIPEC is a novel treatment option for advanced cancers of ovary, colon, rectum, appendix, stomach cancers. HIPEC treatment involves two components of procedure- namely Cytoreductive surgery (CRS) and HIPEC done sequentially in the same sitting.
Procedures
Hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) is a type of chemotherapy where the solution containing the drug is heated and delivered directly to the abdominal cavity during surgery.
Indications
HIPEC is indicated in a variety of tumours with Peritoneal metastasis such as:
- Ovarian Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Appendicular Cancer
Advantages
- Successful treatment and cure for advanced cancers which were considered incurable in the past.
