HIPEC Treatment: Pioneering Hope in Cancer Care at Zion Medic
Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) is a groundbreaking treatment that offers new hope to patients battling certain types of advanced abdominal cancers.
Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) is a groundbreaking treatment that offers new hope to patients battling certain types of advanced abdominal cancers. At Zion Medic, we’re at the forefront of delivering HIPEC therapy, providing patients with personalized care and cutting-edge treatments that aim to improve outcomes and quality of life. Let’s explore the transformative potential of HIPEC treatment and how it’s revolutionizing cancer care at Zion Medic.
Understanding HIPEC Treatment:
HIPEC is a highly specialized form of cancer therapy that delivers chemotherapy directly to the abdominal cavity at elevated temperatures. The treatment is typically performed following cytoreductive surgery, a procedure aimed at removing visible tumors and cancerous tissue from the abdomen. Once the tumors are removed, heated chemotherapy solution is circulated throughout the abdominal cavity, targeting any remaining cancer cells while sparing healthy tissues.
HIPEC therapy offers several unique advantages:
- Direct Delivery of Chemotherapy: By delivering chemotherapy directly to the abdominal cavity, HIPEC maximizes the concentration of chemotherapy at the site of the cancer, enhancing its effectiveness in killing cancer cells.
- Heat Enhancement: Heating the chemotherapy solution to temperatures above normal body temperature (usually between 41°C to 43°C) has been shown to improve the penetration of chemotherapy into cancerous tissues and increase cancer cell sensitivity to chemotherapy drugs.
- Minimizing Systemic Side Effects: Because the chemotherapy is contained within the abdominal cavity during HIPEC treatment, it minimizes systemic exposure to chemotherapy drugs, reducing the risk of systemic side effects commonly associated with traditional chemotherapy.
Indications for HIPEC Treatment:
HIPEC therapy is most commonly used to treat certain types of advanced abdominal cancers, including:
- Peritoneal Mesothelioma
- Advanced Ovarian Cancer
- Pseudomyxoma Peritonei (PMP)
- Advanced Colorectal Cancer with Peritoneal Metastases
- Advanced Gastric (Stomach) Cancer with Peritoneal Metastases
- Advanced Appendiceal Cancer with Peritoneal Metastases
Candidates for HIPEC treatment undergo a thorough evaluation to determine eligibility, including imaging studies, laboratory tests, and consultation with a multidisciplinary team of surgical oncologists, medical oncologists, and other specialists.
HIPEC Treatment at Zion Medic:
At Zion Medic, we offer comprehensive HIPEC treatment programs tailored to each patient’s unique needs and cancer subtype. Our experienced team of surgical oncologists, medical oncologists, and specialized nursing staff collaborates closely to ensure the highest standards of care throughout the treatment process.
Our HIPEC treatment program includes:
- Multidisciplinary Evaluation: Each patient undergoes a comprehensive evaluation by our multidisciplinary team to assess eligibility for HIPEC treatment and develop a personalized treatment plan.
- Cytoreductive Surgery: Patients undergo cytoreductive surgery to remove visible tumors and cancerous tissue from the abdominal cavity, followed immediately by HIPEC therapy.
- HIPEC Procedure: During the HIPEC procedure, heated chemotherapy solution is circulated throughout the abdominal cavity for a specified duration, typically ranging from 60 to 90 minutes.
- Post-Treatment Care: After HIPEC treatment, patients receive close monitoring and supportive care to manage any potential side effects and facilitate recovery.
