Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) at Mercy

Drs. Armando Sardi, Vadim Gushchin and Kurtis Campbell of Surgical Oncology at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland, are widely regarded for their training and skills in utilizing hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) to treat advanced stages of abdominal cancer (peritoneal surface malignancies). Drs. Sardi, Gushchin and Campbell work with a specialized clinical team at Mercy to perform this procedure with a high level of expertise for patients facing a diagnosis of peritoneal cancer.

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Bob: Overcoming Appendiceal Cancer

A diagnosis of appendiceal cancer came as a surprise to retired engineer and amateur photographer Bob. Mercy surgical oncologist Dr. Vadim Gushchin performed extensive surgery, including Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC), which has allowed Bob to recover and live life to the fullest again. Learn more at mdmercy.com.

HIPEC Treatment for Ovarian Cancer - Drs. Armando Sardi and Teresa Diaz-Montes - Mercy

Mercy surgical oncologist Dr. Armando Sardi and gynecologic oncologist Dr. Teresa Diaz-Montes discuss the use of the HIPEC process for ovarian cancer treatment. Learn more at mdmercy.com.

HIPEC Treatment of Late Stage Abdominal Cancer - Dr. Armando Sardi - Mercy

Dr. Armando Sardi, Director of The Institute for Cancer Care at Mercy Medical Center, speaks on HIPEC surgery as treatment of late stage abdominal cancer. Learn more at mdmercy.com.

Susan: Against the Odds

Susan, a longtime journalist, had plenty of practice making sense of complicated issues within a short time period. When faced with her own ovarian cancer diagnosis she drew on past experience to seek out the top experts and the best treatment options.

Brittney: In Sickness and In Health

Soon after her wedding, Brittney discovered she had cancer and underwent HIPEC treatment and recovery, all with her new husband at her side.

What is Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC)?

Hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) is a heated chemotherapy solution that is used in conjunction with cytoreductive surgery. Cytoreductive surgery is performed first to remove visible tumors from the abdominal area.

Following the surgery, heated chemotherapy solution is added to the abdominal cavity to destroy non-visible or microscopic tumor cells that may remain after surgery. Heat helps kill the cancer cells and also enhances the effect of chemotherapy.

How is Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) performed?

Following the cytoreductive surgery, several tubes are inserted in the abdominal cavity. The abdominal cavity is then flooded with the heated chemotherapy solution and the solution is pumped throughout for approximately 90 minutes. This method allows the heated chemotherapy to reach all surfaces of the abdominal cavity and treat the microscopic cancer cells that could potentially form new cancerous tumors.

Who should receive Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC)?

Used in conjunction with cytoreductive surgery, HIPEC can improve survival and quality of life for patients who would have limited hope for a solution to their advanced cancer.

Why have Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) performed at Mercy?

Mercy’s cancer surgeons and their clinical team are recognized nationally as leaders in aggressive cytoreductive surgery and HIPEC. Due to the complexity of the combined therapies, surgeons must be appropriately trained and experienced to offer these treatment methods.

The Surgical Oncology team at Mercy in Baltimore performs these procedures on a frequent basis and offers a high level of expertise to patients facing a diagnosis of peritoneal cancer.

Surgical Oncology at Mercy is recognized for skilled cancer surgeons who provide expertise in treating patients with melanoma, abdominal/stomach and GI cancers.