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Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) Treatment
HIPEC is an innovative cancer treatment combining surgery and chemotherapy in one procedure to treat cancers that have spread to the lining of the abdomen.
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Here you can learn about the procedure, who can benefit from this treatment, our advanced program and the impact it has made.
Why choose Henry Ford Health’s HIPEC program?
Henry Ford Health was the first in Michigan to treat patients with HIPEC and has the largest nationally recognized HIPEC program in our state.
This treatment is more than a procedure — here you can find a program that provides:
- Comprehensive review of your unique cancer with weekly multidisciplinary tumor boards
- Evaluation appointment within 72 hours
- A dedicated nurse navigator (main point of contact) who:
- Ensures a timely consultation
- Helps you and your family understand your personalized care plan
- Steers you through your entire cancer journey
- Supportive cancer services, including financial navigation, nutritional support, psychology and integrative medicine
- Extensive care after your procedure, including nurse home care, physical and occupational therapy, wound care, ostomy management and other services as needed
What you should know about HIPEC
Find information below about how this treatment targets cancer and why it may be a good option for you.
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HIPEC advantages
HIPEC enhances the heated chemotherapy’s absorption in the abdominal area, providing the following advantages:
- Minimizes the rest of the body’s exposure to chemotherapy
- Directly targets microscopic cancer cells that are not visible to the human eye
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What cancers can HIPEC treat?
HIPEC is an effective treatment option for certain cancers that spread to the lining the abdomen, including, but not limited to:
- Appendix cancers
- Colorectal cancers
- Gastric cancers
- Certain gynecologic cancers, including ovarian cancer
- Mesothelioma
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What is HIPEC?Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) combines surgical and medical cancer treatments in one procedure to treat metastatic abdominal cancers. First, visible cancer cells are surgically removed, and then the abdominal cavity is “bathed” in heated chemotherapy for approximately two hours.
Find your HIPEC team
We have a specialized team of nationally recognized and board-certified cancer surgeons, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists, geneticists, pathologists and anesthesiologists
HIPEC patient stories
Our HIPEC program is an example of our commitment to innovation and creating the best, most effective care for our cancer patients. Each patient’s journey is unique, and we are grateful for those who allow us to share their stories.
Explore our collection of stories sharing our patients’ experiences.
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