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ArticleScientific reports2026

Awareness and attitudes toward cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy among surgical and medical oncologists.

Erkan Güler, Ali Oğul, Volkan Sayur, Sami Benli, Cumhur Özcan, Tahsin Çolak, Mehmet Özgür Türkmenoğlu, Najmaddin Abbasli

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Erkan GülerDepartment of Surgery, Division of Surgical Oncology, Mersin University School of Medicine, Yenişehir, Mersin, 33110, Turkey. drerkangler@gmail.com.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-0881-1003
Ali OğulDepartment of Medical Oncology, Mersin University School of Medicine, Mersin, Turkey.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-4886-7060
Volkan SayurDepartment of Surgery, Ege University School of Medicine, İzmir, Turkey.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-3192-4359
Sami BenliDepartment of Surgery, Division of Surgical Oncology, Mersin University School of Medicine, Yenişehir, Mersin, 33110, Turkey.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-4086-4316
Cumhur ÖzcanDepartment of Surgery, Mersin University School of Medicine, Mersin, Turkey.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-6453-025X
Tahsin ÇolakDepartment of Surgery, Division of Surgical Oncology, Mersin University School of Medicine, Yenişehir, Mersin, 33110, Turkey.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-7253-5608
Mehmet Özgür TürkmenoğluDepartment of Surgery, Mersin University School of Medicine, Mersin, Turkey.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-3461-6909
Najmaddin AbbasliDepartment of Surgery, Mersin University School of Medicine, Mersin, Turkey.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0004-4678-3749

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Abstract

Cytoreductive surgery (CRS) combined with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) has become an established treatment for selected peritoneal surface malignancies. However, awareness, training exposure, and attitudes toward CRS-HIPEC vary among oncologic disciplines. This nation sample study aimed to assess and compare the knowledge, awareness, and perceptions of surgical and medical oncologists in Türkiye regarding CRS-HIPEC indications, benefits, and implementation. A cross-sectional, web-based survey was conducted between July and December 2025 among certified surgical and medical oncologists. A 19-item questionnaire evaluated demographics, CRS-HIPEC training exposure, institutional practices, and attitudes using a five-point Likert scale. A total of 98 oncologists participated (50 surgical, 48 medical), corresponding to an overall response rate of 36.3%. HIPEC-related training was significantly more common among surgical oncologists (39/50, 78% vs 13/48, 27%; p < 0.001), as were higher self-rated knowledge levels (p < 0.001) and awareness of CRS-HIPEC indications (40/50, 80% vs 28/48, 58%; p = 0.035). Agreement with the statement that CRS-HIPEC improves survival in appropriately selected patients was also stronger among surgical oncologists (44/50, 88% vs 35/48, 73%; p = 0.006). Among medical oncologists, those participating in multidisciplinary tumor boards were more likely to agree with the survival benefit (p = 0.032). Overall, 92% of participants supported the need for a national CRS-HIPEC guideline or standardized protocol. Surgical oncologists report greater training exposure and stronger belief in the benefit of CRS-HIPEC; however, multidisciplinary collaboration enhances understanding and acceptance among medical oncologists. Unified national guidelines and structured training programs may help align perspectives and optimize multidisciplinary practice.

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Attitude of Health PersonnelClinical CompetenceCytoreduction Surgical ProceduresHyperthermic Intraperitoneal ChemotherapyOncologistsCross-Sectional StudiesHumansMedical OncologyPatient Care TeamPatient SelectionPeritoneal NeoplasmsSurgical OncologySurveys and QuestionnairesTreatment OutcomeTurkeyCytoreductive surgery (CRS)Hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC)Medical oncologyMultidisciplinary decision-makingSurgical oncology

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