Surgical Procedures
How HIPEC, PIPAC, cytoreductive surgery and other advanced techniques we use work.
Understanding the procedure you will undergo can help you better face the surgery. In this section we explain the surgical techniques we use, how they work and what you can expect.
Procedure Guides
HIPEC: What You Need to Know
Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy: how it works, what to expect and expected results.
PIPAC: Aerosol Chemotherapy
A less invasive technique for specific cases. Understand when it is indicated and how it works.
Preparing for Surgery
Pre-intervention steps: tests, nutrition, exercise and emotional aspects.
Pancreatic Surgery
Pancreaticoduodenectomy (Whipple): preparation, surgery and life after.
Esophageal Cancer
Esophagectomy, dietary changes and adaptation after surgery.
Hepatobiliary Surgery
Hepatectomy, liver metastases and bile duct tumors.
Colorectal Surgery
Colon and rectal cancer: types of surgery, stoma and recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about surgery, duration, risks and what to expect.
Techniques We Use
Cytoreductive Surgery
Removal of all visible tumors from the peritoneum, essential for curative treatment.
HIPEC
Heated chemotherapy applied directly to the abdomen during surgery.
PIPAC
Aerosol chemotherapy applied by laparoscopy, less invasive and repeatable.
Robotic Surgery
Minimally invasive technique with millimetric precision for selected cases.
HIPEC vs PIPAC: Which is for me?
HIPEC
- Curative treatment
- Major open surgery
- Single intervention
- 7-14 days hospitalized
- Resectable disease
PIPAC
- Palliative or preparatory treatment
- Laparoscopy (minimally invasive)
- Multiple sessions possible
- 1-2 days hospitalized
- Extensive or unresectable disease
The choice depends on your specific case. Your medical team will recommend the best option.
Want to know which procedure is right for you?
Our team will evaluate your case and explain the available treatment options.
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