[Peritonectomy and intraperitoneal chemotherapy--new methods in multi-modality therapy of peritoneal carcinosis]

In patients with peritoneal carcinomatosis, multimodal therapy consisting of extensive resections including peritonectomy and open hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy appears to be a promising approach. These time-consuming procedures can be performed with an acceptable morbidity and mortality and may improve the poor prognosis of these patients. Further studies are necessary to answer such questions as patient selection and optimal mode of cytostatic application.