Conclusion: The side-effects of HIPEC are frequent and can be minimized by several effective methods. This study proposes practical strategies for adverse event management of HIPEC to assist physicians in choosing the optimal treatment method.
Peritoneal mesothelioma treatment often involves surgery plus chemo. HIPEC, or hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy, involves tumor-removing surgery and then a heated chemo wash of the abdomen. Chemo drugs kill cancer cells better when heated. Some commonly prescribed chemo drugs aren’t specifically...
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Written By: Edited By: Walter Pacheco Managing Editor Medically Reviewed By: Dr. Estelamari Rodriguez Oncologist and Hemotologist