07/11/2025
Innovations in prostate cancer treatment
At Vitus Private Clinic, we offer state-of-the-art, gentle therapies for prostate cancer that preserve quality of life while ensuring effective treatment. As pioneers in focal therapies and immunotherapies, we are continuously developing innovative solutions to treat prostate cancer in a targeted manner with minimal side effects.
📍 2010
IRE introduced for the treatment of prostate cancer
The VITUS Clinic is founded and becomes the first in Europe to offer Irreversible Electroporation (Nanoknife). This innovative method is and remains one of the most effective treatments—almost completely eliminating side effects such as impotence and incontinence.
📍 2015
IR-ECT – combination of IRE and ECT
VITUS develops IR-ECT, creating a new solution for the treatment of tumors in sensitive areas.
📍 2016
First prostate electrochemotherapy
The clinic performs the world’s first electrochemotherapy (ECT) for prostate cancer—an ideal treatment for larger or more complex tumors.
📍 2022
Immunotherapy with Keytruda introduced
VITUS combines Keytruda with focal therapy to boost the immune response, fight advanced metastatic prostate cancer, and reduce the risk of recurrence.
📍 2023
Photodynamic therapy (PDT) introduced
A gentle, laser-activated treatment is now available for suitable patients. PDT preserves the ability to ej*****te and enables shorter recovery times.
📍 2024
Introduction of immunotherapy priming
VITUS is developing priming, an innovative method for preparing the immune system before focal therapy through the targeted release of tumor antigens. In combination with immunotherapy, we have observed impressive results to date.
At VITUS, we continue to push the boundaries of prostate cancer care—ensuring precision, effectiveness, and quality of life.