Dr. Scott Rushing's Guide to Chemotherapy for Ovarian Cancer
Welcome to Dr. Scott Rushing‘s guide for women getting chemotherapy for ovarian cancer. Dr. Rushing, from Compass Oncology, has collaborated with SurvivorNet for this resource. People in the ovarian cancer community tell us that hearing advice like this, and knowing the options, has helped them make better decisions and reduce anxiety.
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Dr. Scott Rushing
When it comes to ovarian cancer, intraperitoneal chemotherapy (or “belly bath†chemo) can allow for a higher dose of chemotherapy, so that more cancer cells can be killed. However, this type of chemo is difficult to administer — and it may not be offered at all cancer centers.
Dr. Scott Rushing
A portacath is a small chamber that sits beneath your skin, hooked up to a large vein on the right side of your chest. It can be used at many different points during treatment, but its most common uses include drawing blood and administering chemotherapy.