An implantable delivery system includes a macrostructure formed of
bioresorbable material selected from a group of alphahydroxy acids and
defined to include an internal architecture of intercommunicating void
spaces. A first cytotoxic agent in the preferred form of cisplatin is
joined to the macrostructure during formation. A microstructure in the
preferred form of a blend of high molecular weight hyaluronic acid
conjugated with a second cytotoxic agent in the preferred form of
paclitaxel and of pure high molecular weight hyaluronic acid is invested
in the void spaces. Thus, when implanted, the paclitaxel and cisplatin
are released sequentially, each initially at high level concentrations
followed by lower release. Radiotherapy can be begun after the release of
the paclitaxel has been completed but while the cisplatin is being
released.