In this video, Dr. Ashwin K.R., Head of Surgical Oncology at Aster Whitefield Hospital provides an overview of a unique type of cancer called peritoneal surface cancer. Peritoneal surface cancer is a cancer that spreads within the abdominal cavity, and it can originate from various organs such as the ovary, stomach, or colon. Traditionally, chemotherapy has been ineffective in treating this type of cancer, and surgery has been a complex and challenging option.
What is Peritoneal Surface Cancer?
However, Dr. Ashwin introduces a new and promising treatment called HIPEC (Hyperthermic IntraPeritoneal Chemotherapy). HIPEC involves a major surgery to remove all cancerous organs and tissues within the abdomen, followed by the administration of heated chemotherapy directly into the abdominal cavity. This innovative approach has shown to significantly reduce the risk of cancer recurrence and improve cure rates.
Why choose Aster Whitefield Hospital?
Aster Whitefield Hospital's team of oncologists and our status as a certified center of excellence gives us the expertise in treating peritoneal surface cancer. If you or your loved ones have been diagnosed with peritoneal surface cancer, seek consultation with an oncologist at Aster Whitefield Hospital.
To book an appointment, contact us at 080-4510 8888.
