Long-term access to the peritoneal cavity in ovarian cancer patients.
One hundred thirty-six totally implanted peritoneal catheter systems were placed in 130 patients. No complications occurred at catheter placement. A total of 629 courses of intraperitoneal therapy were administered. The average catheter has remained in place for 4.5 months (range 1-19 months). Seven catheters (5.1%) were removed for infection. An additional 7 catheters were removed because of blockage, for a total removal rate due to complications of 10.2%. Catheters were not used for drainage of the peritoneal cavity. The totally implanted peritoneal catheter system provides a reliable means for long-term access to the peritoneal cavity in patients with ovarian cancer.
Rubin
S C
SC
Department of Surgery, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center.
Hoskins
W J
WJ
Markman
M
M
Hakes
T
T
Lewis
J L
JL
D000970:Antineoplastic Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D001424:Bacterial Infections / Q000209:etiology; D002408:Catheters, Indwelling / Q000009:adverse effects; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D010051:Ovarian Neoplasms / Q000188:drug therapy*; D010529:Peritoneal Cavity; D013997:Time Factors
D000970:Antineoplastic Agents