03/14/2026
Advanced Cancer Treatment: Cytoreductive Surgery & HIPEC
Some complex abdominal and ovarian cancers now have an advanced treatment option available at MedLife Polisano in Sibiu, Romania.
Through SanaLink Health Solutions, international patients can access this highly specialized procedure performed by an experienced multidisciplinary medical team.
What is Cytoreductive Surgery and HIPEC?
This treatment combines two powerful approaches designed for certain peritoneal, digestive, and ovarian cancers.
• Step 1 – Cytoreductive Surgery
Surgeons remove visible tumor lesions from the abdominal cavity.
• Step 2 – HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy)
Heated chemotherapy is circulated directly within the abdomen for approximately 90 minutes.
Why heated chemotherapy?
The heat helps enhance the effectiveness of the treatment by targeting microscopic cancer cells that may remain after surgery while limiting systemic exposure.
Each case is carefully reviewed by a multidisciplinary medical board to ensure a personalized treatment plan.
Surgical Team
• Dr. Călin Cristian Tohătan – Specialist in General & Oncologic Surgery
• Dr. Noor Hassan – Specialist in General & Oncologic Surgery
Anesthesia & Intensive Care
• Dr. Toma Valentina – Specialist in Anesthesia & Intensive Care
These highly complex procedures are made possible through the expertise and dedication of the surgical, anesthesia, and nursing teams at MedLife Polisano Sibiu.
Through our partnerships with leading hospitals in Romania, SanaLink Health Solutions helps connect international patients with advanced treatments and expert medical teams.