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Peritoneal Cancer Institute: an international benchmark in peritoneal cancer surgery
MoreThe Peritoneal Cancer Institute (PCI), thanks to its extensive experience, clinical outcomes and proven ability to manage highly complex cases, has established itself as one of the world’s leading reference centres for the treatment of peritoneal carcinomatosis. Our impact is not limited to Spain. PCI’s reach is international: both our patients and many of the […]
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Personalized Therapies
MoreOne of the biggest advances in cancer treatment is the shift from generalized chemotherapy to personalized treatment. Patients are no longer treated with the same medicine. Now, we are able to personalize our patients’ treatments by analyzing alterations in the DNA of cancer cells through genomic sequencing. An important example is the research into a […]
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Lana Bijelic: Transforming the Impossible in Abdominal Surgery
MorePeritoneal surgery is one of the most complex and highly specialized areas in modern medicine. Patients facing severe diagnoses and difficult prognoses find at the Peritoneal Cancer Institute (PCI), led by Dr. Lana Bijelic and Dr. Domenico Sabia, a pioneering European center with international reach. It is a place where expertise, innovation, and human-centered care […]
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The Excellence of Oncologist Domenico Sabia: Appointed Mentor of the Prestigious European School of Peritoneal Surgical Oncology
MoreDr. Domenico Sabia, director of the Peritoneal Cancer Institute (PCI) and one of the world’s most experienced surgeons in advanced peritoneal surgery, has been appointed mentor by the European School of Peritoneal Surgical Oncology (ESSO). This distinction, granted only to specialists with an exceptional track record, reinforces his role as an international leader in cytoreductive […]
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Secondary Peritoneal Cancer : Which Cancers Can Spread to the Peritoneum
MoreThe peritoneum is a thin membrane that lines the organs within the abdominal cavity and helps protect them. Certain types of cancer can spread to this area and cause what is known as peritoneal carcinomatosis. This spread does not happen at random: some tumors are more likely to reach the peritoneum because of their location […]
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Complete Patient Journey at the Peritoneal Cancer Institute
MoreComplete Patient Journey at the Peritoneal Cancer Institute At the Peritoneal Cancer Institute (PCI), our approach combines advanced medical expertise with personalized, compassionate care. Every stage of the process, from the initial evaluation to the postoperative follow-up, is carefully designed to provide the highest standard of treatment, ensuring that our patients feel safe and supported […]
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Peritoneal Cancer Institute: Leading Innovation in the Treatment of Peritoneal Cancer
MorePeritoneal cancer has traditionally been one of the greatest challenges in oncology due to its difficult diagnosis and complex treatment. At the Peritoneal Cancer Institute (PCI), we are transforming this landscape through an innovative approach that combines advanced surgery with personalized therapies. Located in Barcelona at the Teknon Medical Center, part of the QuirónSalud Group, […]
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Advanced Treatments for Peritoneal Cancer at the Peritoneal Cancer Institute
MoreThe treatment of peritoneal cancer is complex and requires a highly specialized therapeutic approach. For this reason, only a limited number of physicians worldwide perform these procedures. At the Peritoneal Cancer Institute (PCI), a global leader in the field, we offer innovative treatment options tailored to each patient’s individual needs, with the goal of improving […]
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What is Peritoneal Cancer and How is it Diagnosed?
MorePeritoneal cancer is a rare but serious disease that has a significant impact on those affected. It develops in the peritoneum, a thin membrane that lines and protects abdominal organs such as the stomach, liver and intestines. The disease can appear either as a primary form, originating directly in the peritoneum, or as a secondary […]
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Barcelona hosts the world’s largest congress on peritoneal cancer
MoreIt is estimated that this disease affects seven people per million inhabitants and accounts for 10% of pelvic cancers. Surgeon Domenico Sabia, director of the Peritoneal Cancer Institute (Teknon Medical Centre in Barcelona), uses two groundbreaking techniques to improve patients’ quality of life. The 15th edition of the PSOGI International Congress on Peritoneal Surface Malignancies […]
