Cytoreductive surgery with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) is an innovative

procedure used to treat cancers that have originated in or spread to the abdominal cavity, such as

appendiceal cancer, pseudomyxoma peritonei, colon cancer, gastric cancer, ovarian cancer, and

peritoneal mesothelioma. It is a Two part procedure involving surgical removal of cancer followed by

heated chemotherapy instilled in the abdominal cavity for approximately 90 minutes

Cancers located in abdominal cavity are challenging to treat. Systemic chemotherapy can be less

effective in treating tumors located on the surface of the abdominal wall and organs. With the use of

Cytoreductive surgery and HIPEC , a chance of cure and improved survival can be offered to patients with

disease limited to the peritoneal cavity and abdomen. In the appearance of recurrences, limited to the

abdomen, HIPEC has become a useful therapeutic strategy.

Average hospital stay of 10-12 days may be necessary. Complete recovery may require 4-6weeks.

Cytoreductive Surgery And HIPEC