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Proton Threrapy for Abdominal tumors: Proteus One

Proton Therapy Centre Quironsalud Spain Madrid
81% Clients recommended this clinic

Radiation oncologist

Raul Matute
Dr. Raúl Matute, Head of Radiation Oncology at the Quirónsalud Proton Therapy Center, is a great expert who addresses the advances that are currently being made in proton therapy, a decisive step towards precision medicine applied to radiation oncology. Thanks to its great precision, proton therapy is an effective treatment on the tissue to be irradiated and will be even more so. That is the goal set by the team at the Quirónsalud Proton Therapy Center, which on December 26, 2019 treated the first patient in Spain with this technique.
23 years of experience
About
Dr. Raul Matute Martin is a renowned oncologist specializing in radiation oncology, particularly in proton-beam therapy, proton therapy for prostate cancer, and proton therapy for breast cancer. He has made notable contributions to the establishment and growth of Proton Therapy Center Madrid. Additionally, he is a member of several professional societies and has co-authored research articles in pediatric oncology and advanced radiotherapy techniques.

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Dr. Raúl Matute, Head of Radiation Oncology, leads the way in proton therapy, advancing precision medicine. Quirónsalud's Proton Therapy Center offers cutting-edge technology and patient comfort.
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Medical Procedures

  • Proton-beam therapy
  • Complete blood count with cancer markers and a proteinogram
  • Consultation of a radiologist
  • Consultation with an oncologist
  • MRI of one area
  • 3D CT scan

Duration

  • 0 days in the hospital
  • 25 days in the hotel

Transport

Transfer is not included

Additional information

The offer includes the cost of 10 proton therapy sessions and all diagnostic procedures and doctor's consultations related to proton therapy.Treatment is carried out for 25 days on an outpatient basis, without hospitalization.

24/7 Bookimed assistance

Personal medical coordinator

Medical travel arrangements — booking of air tickets and hotel rooms at special partner prices

Patient advocacy during medical travel

Program price

$23616

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Location

C. de Virgilio, 3, 28223 Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid, Spain

FAQ

What are the advantages of proton beam therapy?

The main advantage of proton therapy compared to standard radiotherapy is its ability to affect a tumor with a higher dose of irradiation avoiding healthy tissues. Among the other pros of proton treatment are:

  • targeting malignancies with maximal precision and optimal radiation dose
  • reduced overall toxicity
  • reduced side effects
  • is effective in treating recurrent tumors, even in those patients who've already undergone another type of radiotherapy
  • the higher survival rate for patients with some tumor types
  • improved patient's quality of life during and after the treatment.

Proton therapy is widely used to treat cancers which are insensitive to other therapies or when standard radiotherapy can be dangerous for a patient. It is also a primary radiotherapeutic treatment to treat pediatric cancer as far as children's healthy cells are not damaged, so a little patient's healthy organs are developing in a normal way.

How much is proton therapy?

The proton radiation therapy cost ranges between $40,000-120,000 depending on the country and the center of treatment.

Submit a request to know how much proton beam therapy costs in your case.

What affects the proton beam treatment cost?

The proton therapy cost per treatment depends on:

  • Country chosen for treatment. Proton beam treatment price ranges from country to country depending on their price policy. For instance, you can find the cheapest proton therapy in India. The same treatment in Germany will cost 3-5 times higher.
  • Diagnosis. The intensity and amount of proton therapy sessions depend on the disease. So, the final cost estimate is possible after a revision of your medical records by a doctor.
  • Additional services. The proton beam therapy cost usually includes a procedure itself. If you need interpreter's assistance, it is paid additionally in most of the cases. Admission is not required for proton treatment, but you need to book a hotel for this period — from several days to weeks depending on the amount of treatment cycles.
What does a proton beam therapy cost include?

In most of the cases, proton therapy price includes the procedure itself. A consultation with a doctor, accommodation, language assistance, meals are paid additionally.

How to get a personalized proton therapy price?

To get a personalized quote regarding treatment, choose the most appropriate proton beam treatment facility and submit a request.

Bookimed manager will contact you and send your medical records to the chosen hospital.

Then you will receive a personalized cost estimate according to the diagnosis.

What are the best proton beam centers in Europe?

Proton beam therapy is a quite new treatment option, and is available not in every European medical center.

Among the most popular proton treatment centers in Europe are:

  • Rinecker Proton Therapy Center (Germany, Munich). It is the 1st certified proton beam center in Europe, serves about 2,000 patients annually.
  • Proton Therapy Center (Prague, the Czech Republic).

How to get proton beam therapy in Europe?

Fill in a form on Bookimed website to make an appointment at European proton therapy center and get cost estimate.

What are the best proton treatment centers in Asia?

There are few proton therapy centers in Asia. Among them is Apollo Proton Cancer Center (India). It is the first proton therapy facility in Southeast Asia. Apollo offers one of the most affordable prices for treatment without quality loss in the world.

Submit a request to undergo treatment at Apollo Proton Therapy Center.

How is a proton beam therapy performed?

A proton beam therapy is performed 5 days a week and lasts up to several weeks. In some cases, only one cycle of proton beam therapy is enough. One session of treatment takes about 1 minute, but you need to spend 30-45 minutes to prepare for proton beam therapy.

During the therapy, you lay on the special table. The doctors go to a special room to monitor and manage the process.

You won't feel any discomfort during the treatment. You can leave the proton therapy center right after the treatment session.

What cancer types are sensitive to proton beam therapy?

The proton therapy is indicated for patients with:

  • brain, head & neck cancer
  • lung cancer
  • breast cancer
  • prostate cancer
  • gastrointestinal cancer
  • hematologic cancer
  • thoracic cancer
  • esophagus cancer
  • melanoma
  • pediatric cancer.

Except cancer, proton therapy in effective for the treatment of Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, seizure disorders, macular degeneration, severe rheumatologic malformations, macular degeneration.

Only a doctor can determine whether a proton beam therapy will be effective in your case.

How to get a personalized proton therapy price?

To get a personalized quote regarding treatment, choose the most appropriate proton beam treatment facility and submit a request.

Bookimed manager will contact you and send your medical records to the chosen hospital.

Then you will receive a personalized cost estimate according to the diagnosis.

What are the best proton beam centers in Europe?

Proton beam therapy is a quite new treatment option, and is available not in every European medical center.

Among the most popular proton treatment centers in Europe are:

  • Rinecker Proton Therapy Center (Germany, Munich). It is the 1st certified proton beam center in Europe, serves about 2,000 patients annually.
  • Proton Therapy Center (Prague, the Czech Republic).
How to get proton beam therapy in Europe?

Fill in a form on Bookimed website to make an appointment at European proton therapy center and get cost estimate.

What are the best proton treatment centers in Asia?

There are few proton therapy centers in Asia. Among them is Apollo Proton Cancer Center (India). It is the first proton therapy facility in Southeast Asia. Apollo offers one of the most affordable prices for treatment without quality loss in the world.

Submit a request to undergo treatment at Apollo Proton Therapy Center.

How is a proton beam therapy performed?

A proton beam therapy is performed 5 days a week and lasts up to several weeks. In some cases, only one cycle of proton beam therapy is enough. One session of treatment takes about 1 minute, but you need to spend 30-45 minutes to prepare for proton beam therapy.

During the therapy, you lay on the special table. The doctors go to a special room to monitor and manage the process.

You won't feel any discomfort during the treatment. You can leave the proton therapy center right after the treatment session.

What cancer types are sensitive to proton beam therapy?

The proton therapy is indicated for patients with:

  • brain, head & neck cancer
  • lung cancer
  • breast cancer
  • prostate cancer
  • gastrointestinal cancer
  • hematologic cancer
  • thoracic cancer
  • esophagus cancer
  • melanoma
  • pediatric cancer.

Except cancer, proton therapy in effective for the treatment of Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, seizure disorders, macular degeneration, severe rheumatologic malformations, macular degeneration.

Only a doctor can determine whether a proton beam therapy will be effective in your case.

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Spain, Madrid
Radiation oncologist - Raul Matute
23 years of experience
  • Decades of Expertise: Dr. Raul Matute, with his first working year in 2001, brings over 20 years of experience in Radiation Oncology.
  • Leader in Proton Therapy: As Head of Radiation Oncology at Quirónsalud, Dr. Matute pioneers advances in Proton-beam therapy towards precision medicine.
  • Comprehensive Diagnostic Package: The offer includes a complete blood count, cancer markers, a proteinogram, head MRI, MRI of one area, and a 3D CT scan.
  • Reputable Institution: Quirónsalud Proton Therapy Centre is Spain's first and a leading European facility, recognized for innovation and research in cancer treatment.
  • State-of-the-art Technology: Treatment is conducted using the Proteus One, the latest in Proton-beam therapy equipment, ensuring high precision and effective results.
  • Extended Stay for Recovery: Patients are recommended a 45-day stay in a hotel to ensure a comprehensive treatment and recovery period.
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Package price
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