The Effect of Temperature and Perfusion Time on Response Toxicity and Survival in Patients with In-transit Melanoma Metastases Treated with Isolated Limb Perfusion

摘要

BackgroundIsolated limb perfusion (ILP) is used to treat in-transit metastases of melanoma of the extremities when surgical excision is not possible. The optimal setting concerning temperature and perfusion time is unknown. The purpose of this study was to analyze these factors concerning their effects on response, toxicity, and survival.