Study on the effects of surgery and HIPEC for peritoneal carcinomatosis

Longitudinal Study of the Effect of Cytoreductive Surgery and HIPEC in Patients With Peritoneal Carcinomatoses

Observational University of Regensburg · NCT04108936

This study is testing how surgery and a special type of heated chemotherapy can affect the immune system and gut bacteria in people with peritoneal carcinomatosis to see how it impacts their health and recovery.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment250 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 80 Years
SexAll
SponsorUniversity of Regensburg Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Regensburg, Bavaria and 1 other locations)
Trial IDNCT04108936 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study conducts a longitudinal analysis of patients with peritoneal carcinomatosis undergoing cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC). It aims to evaluate cellular immune responses and microbiome changes in relation to disease outcomes. Additionally, the study will assess renal function concerning different HIPEC regimens and identify clinical surrogate parameters that may predict patient outcomes.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults with suspicious peritoneal carcinomatosis.

Not a fit: Patients under 18 years old will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of immune responses and treatment efficacy in patients with peritoneal carcinomatosis, potentially leading to improved patient outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on HIPEC, this specific longitudinal approach focusing on immune responses and microbiomes is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* suspicious peritoneal carcinomatosis

Exclusion Criteria:

* \<18 years

Where this trial is running

Regensburg, Bavaria and 1 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Peritoneal CarcinomatosisCRSHIPECcellular immune responsemicrobiomes
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.