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Intracavitary chemotherapy in Bangalore is the administration of chemotherapy agents directly into the cancerous tumour through a small catheter. This allows for high doses of chemotherapy to be delivered directly to the tumour while minimising the side effects on the rest of the body. Intracavitary Chemotherapy is most commonly used to treat cervical cancer but can also be used to treat other types of cancer, such as ovarian cancer, endometrial cancer, and vulvar cancer. The side effects of Intracavitary Chemotherapy can include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, hair loss, and fatigue. However, these side effects are typically mild and can be managed with medication. Intracavitary Chemotherapy is an effective cancer treatment and can help to prolong the life of patients with this disease.
Pre-Procedure
1. The patient will be asked to sign a consent form for the procedure.
2. The patient will be asked to empty their bladder before the procedure.
3. A local anaesthetic will be injected into the area where the needle will be inserted.
4. The area will be cleansed with an antiseptic solution.
5. A sterile drape will be placed over the area.
6. The needle will be inserted into the cavity, and the chemotherapy agent will be injected.
Procedure
Intracavitary Chemotherapy is a type of cancer treatment that involves injecting chemotherapy drugs directly into the cavity of a tumour. This is typically done using a needle or catheter. The chemotherapy drugs then circulate through the body and kill cancer cells. The procedure for Intracavitary Chemotherapy typically takes place in a hospital setting. First, the patient is given a local anaesthetic to numb the area around the tumour. A needle or catheter is then inserted into the tumour cavity, and the chemotherapy drugs are injected. The needle or catheter is then removed, and the patient is monitored for any side effects. Intracavitary Chemotherapy is typically used to treat tumours that are located in the lungs, ovaries, or brain. It is a relatively new type of cancer treatment and is still being studied.
Post-Procedure
After the intracavitary chemotherapy procedure is completed, the patient will be monitored for any side effects. The most common side effect is fatigue. The patient may also experience some nausea and vomiting. The side effects will usually resolve within a few days. The patient will be able to return to normal activities after the side effects have resolved. Consult with the doctors at Manipal Hospitals now.
