Techniques and Safety Issues for Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy

Surg Oncol Clin N Am. 2018 Jul;27(3):495-506. doi: 10.1016/j.soc.2018.02.005.

Abstract

Different techniques for delivering perioperative intraperitoneal chemotherapy have been described, but no significant differences have been found among them. Hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) is a safe treatment for the patient and for the health care workers involved in the procedure provided standard protective and environmental measures are employed.

Keywords: Hyperthermia; Intraperitoneal chemotherapy; Occupational hazard; Peritoneal neoplasms; Safety; Technique.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Antineoplastic Agents / administration & dosage*
  • Antineoplastic Agents / adverse effects*
  • Chemotherapy, Cancer, Regional Perfusion / adverse effects*
  • Chemotherapy, Cancer, Regional Perfusion / methods*
  • Humans
  • Injections, Intraperitoneal
  • Peritoneal Neoplasms / drug therapy*
  • Safety

Substances

  • Antineoplastic Agents