What is intraperitoneal chemotherapy?
Intraperitoneal chemotherapy (IP) is way of delivering chemotherapy drugs directly into the abdominal cavity - the space between the abdominal organs and the abdominal muscle. The chemotherapy drugs are mixed with fluid and given through a tube (catheter) that can be inserted at the time of the surgery and is connected to a reservoir that sits beneath the skin over the lower ribs. The catheter will need to be removed with an operation at the completion of the course of chemotherapy.
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Please note: This treatment is not suitable for all women with ovarian cancer. The National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre (NBOCC) cannot provide individual patient information. Any specific enquiries should be directed to your gynaecological oncologist.
