In rare cases, melanoma may spread as multiple deposits to the skin that are local to the original melanoma. Isolated limb perfusion is a localized form of chemotherapy used for treating these multiple metastatic melanomas that have spread to the skin on one arm or one leg. The treatment allows high doses of the chemo drug to be administered to the cancer site without endangering the rest of the body. It separates the blood flow of the limb with cancer from the rest of the body for a short period of time. During this period, high doses of the chemo drug are given into the limb.
BMC’s Yawkey building doors are now closed as an entrance as part of our ongoing efforts to enhance our campus and provide you with the best clinical care.
All patients and visitors on our main campus must enter our hospital via Shapiro, Menino, or Moakley buildings, where they will be greeted by team members at a new centralized check-in desk before continuing to the hospital. We are excited to welcome you and appreciate your patience as we improve our facilities.
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