Chemotherapy drugs are used to treat many types of cancer. Learn why it's done, side effects and what to expect during chemotherapy treatment.
Hepatic artery infusion pump chemotherapy, also called HAIP chemotherapy, targets cancer specifically in the liver. This procedure begins with the surgical implantation of a pump under the skin. The pump acts as a reservoir for chemotherapy medicine. It delivers high doses of chemotherapy directly to the liver through the liver's main artery, called the hepatic artery.
Chemotherapy for colon cancer also carries a risk of side effects — some temporary and mild, others more serious or permanent. Your healthcare team can help you decide whether chemotherapy for colon cancer is a good choice for you.
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