What is it?

The CreuBlanca-ISPRO Prostate Pathology Unit specializes and is dedicated exclusively to the diagnosis and treatment of prostate pathology and male sexual health. Renowned urologists from CreuBlanca make up the Institut de Salut Prostática (ISPRO), a group of highly specialized professionals who remain at the forefront of the latest medical advances. We use state-of-the-art, minimally invasive technology to guarantee a rapid recovery and improved quality of life for our patients.

Institut de Salut Prostática (ISPRO)

Prostate Pathology Unit – ISPRO

Most common pathologies

At the CreuBlanca-ISPRO Prostate Pathology Unit, we are experts in dealing with the main prostate diseases. Some of the most common are:

Prostatitis: Inflammation of the prostate of mainly bacterial origin.
Prostate cancer: The most common cancer in men.
Benign prostatic hyperplasia: An age-related, non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland that causes most cases of voiding difficulty.

Patient profile

Who is it for?

The CreuBlanca-ISPRO Prostate Pathology Unit offers personalized, quality medical care to a wide variety of patients with diverse prostate-related concerns and needs:

Difficulty urinating.
Increased urinary frequency.
Weak or interrupted urination.
Diagnosis of prostate cancer.
Abnormal prostate cancer screening test results.
Sensation of not completely emptying the bladder.
Family history of prostate cancer.

Prostate Pathology Unit – ISPRO

Main treatments

The CreuBlanca-ISPRO Prostate Pathology Unit offers an accurate diagnosis to evaluate each case and provides treatment options. Its commitment lies in ensuring that each patient receives the best medical attention and personalized care, thus guaranteeing their well-being and optimal recovery. Some of the main treatments provided in this unit are:

Focal therapy: A minimally invasive treatment that addresses only the area affected by cancer within the prostate. It carries fewer side effects and a faster recovery, although it is only available in cases where the disease is very localized.
Da Vinci robotic-assisted prostate surgery: Through robotic surgery we are able to remove the entire prostate gland with oncologic safety and with a high rate of preservation of continence and sexual function.
Holmium laser enucleation of the prostate: Minimally invasive surgical technique for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia without wounds, shorter hospital stay and rapid functional recovery.

Areas of specialization

Institut de Salut Prostàtica – ISPRO

CreuBlanca’s renowned urologists make up the Institut de Salut Prostàtica, a group of highly specialized professionals who remain at the forefront of the latest medical advances. They have the most advanced technology in prostate pathology, allowing them to perform high-precision, minimally invasive, robot-assisted surgeries. Their extensive experience in prostate health guarantees the patient an accurate diagnosis, personalized treatment and excellent medical care.

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Prostate Imaging Unit

Prostate pathology imaging is the medical specialty dedicated to the diagnosis and follow-up of prostate-related diseases. Through the use of advanced imaging techniques such as prostate multiparametric magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT) or biopsy, urological imaging specialists can obtain detailed images and accurately locate possible abnormalities and tumors, playing a crucial role in personalized treatment planning and patient follow-up.

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Main diagnostic methods

At CreuBlanca we invest in and implement the most advanced and innovative technologies in order to offer an optimal healthcare service based on prevention, early diagnosis and personalized treatment.

Urological examination

Urological ultrasound

Conventional prostate biopsy

Robotic Fusion Prostate Biopsy – Robot Artemis

Multiparametric Prostate MRI

PET-CT PSMA