JAMMU, Feb. 3 -- In a groundbreaking development, the Surgical Oncology Department at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Narayana Superspeciality Hospital has successfully initiated Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC). This advanced and intricate surgical procedure is a significant milestone in the hospital's pursuit of medical excellence.
HIPEC, a complex treatment performed at only a few specialized centers nationwide, is now offered at SMVD Narayana Superspeciality Hospital. This innovative surgical intervention is designed for cases of advanced gynecological and gastrointestinal cancers, where the tumor has extended into the peritoneal cavity, the protective covering of abdominal organs.
The HIPEC procedure involves the meticulous r...