In a groundbreaking achievement, Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Memorial Hospital’s Surgical Oncology Department has successfully completed Pressurized Intraperitoneal Aerosol Chemotherapy (PIPAC) treatment for a 54-year-old female patient diagnosed with peritoneal carcinomatosis. This marks the first time in Central India that a government hospital has performed all three PIPAC sessions on a patient with positive outcomes.
What Is PIPAC?
PIPAC is an advanced minimally invasive laparoscopic chemotherapy technique where cancer drugs are delivered in aerosol form under pressure directly into the abdominal cavity. This approach allows for higher drug concentration at the tumor site while reducing systemic side effects, making it an effective option for patients with advanced abdominal cancers.
Why This Matters
- Better Outcomes for Advanced Cases – PIPAC provides hope for patients who have not responded well to traditional surgery or systemic chemotherapy.
- High Success Rates – Studies show that 60–80% of patients undergoing PIPAC demonstrate significant histological improvement.
- Boost for Public Healthcare – Successfully conducting this procedure in a state-run hospital demonstrates that high-end cancer care can be made accessible and affordable for patients in the region.
The hospital’s leadership has credited this success to accurate patient selection, precise surgical execution, and a coordinated medical team effort, further cementing its reputation as a leading center for cancer care in Central India.
Source: Times of India – State govt hosp performs PIPAC therapy for abdominal cancer (Aug 11, 2025)
