Intrathecal Chemotherapy

Intrathecal chemotherapy is a specialized form of cancer treatment that involves delivering chemotherapy drugs directly into the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) surrounding the brain and spinal cord. This route of administration allows for targeted delivery of chemotherapy agents to the central nervous system, making it an effective treatment for certain types of cancer that have spread to the brain or spinal cord or originated in these areas.

Intrathecal chemotherapy is associated with potential side effects, including headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and neurological complications such as nerve damage or infection. However, it can be an effective treatment option for controlling or eliminating cancer cells in the central nervous system, thereby improving outcomes and quality of life for patients with these types of cancers.