How is intraperitoneal chemotherapy given?

The IP chemotherapy is given through tubing into a device called an IP port. The chemotherapy goes from the port into your abdomen through a thin tube called an IP catheter. The chemotherapy is mixed in about 2 quarts of fluid that has been warmed to body temperature. The entire treatment lasts 3 to 4 hours.

What are the side effects of HIPEC?

Some of the adverse effects of the HIPEC technique are possible complications such as paralytic ileus, leakage of anastomosis, hemorrhages, infections, pleural effusion, fistulas, abscesses, hematological toxicity and kidney failure.

When is intraperitoneal chemotherapy used?

Intraperitoneal chemotherapy is often a treatment for ovarian cancer, which often spreads into the abdominal cavity. This chemotherapy technique delivers chemotherapy drugs directly into the abdominal cavity through a catheter (thin tube). The catheter may be placed during staging surgery.

Is HIPEC covered by insurance?

A: HIPEC is not experimental and studies have verified that it is an effective and safe procedure in experienced medical centers. This treatment is covered by insurance, and our team has experience with helping both in-state and out-of-state patients obtain insurance coverage.

How does HIPEC work?

HIPEC works by using a combination of heat and chemotherapy. The procedure first removes all of the visible tumors using traditional surgery, followed by an internal bath of heated chemotherapeutic solution to kill any remaining cancer cells using cytoreductive surgery.

What is peritoneal chemotherapy?

Cleveland_Clinic_Host: Hyperthermic (or Heated) Intraoperative Peritoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) is used to treat cancers that have spread to the lining of the abdominal cavity, such as those of the appendix, colon, stomach, and ovaries. HIPEC is an alternative, innovative method of delivering chemotherapy.

What is intraperitoneal therapy?

Intraperitoneal therapy is the delivery of anti-cancer drugs directly into the peritoneal space (abdominal cavity). This space lies between the abdominal muscles and abdominal organs. The anti-cancer drug is mixed in a large volume of fluid and instilled into the peritoneal space through a port and catheter.