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ESSO Video-Based Workshop on Cytoreductive Surgery

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When

02-02.02.2027

Where

Berlin, Germany

Level

Level 1

Ana Galan

Aim of the course

This video-based workshop offers a comprehensive exploration of the technical aspects of cytoreductive surgery (CRS) for peritoneal surface malignancies. Participants will gain in-depth insight through high-quality surgical footage demonstrating peritonectomy techniques, visceral resections, and intestinal reconstruction.

Each session includes interactive discussions focused on intraoperative decision-making, reconstructive strategies, and the evolving role of minimally invasive approaches in CRS. This course is designed to enhance surgical understanding and support the refinement of operative techniques.

Educational methods

Video case sessions

Panel discussion

Interactive Q&A

Main topics

Peritoneal anatomy & hidden spaces

Parietal and visceral peritonectomy

Minimally invasive CRS techniques

PCI scoring & surgical classification

Visceral reconstruction & closure

target participants

Senior residents (last two years of training)

Experienced consultant surgeons

Full course programme

Programme & faculty members

09:00 - 09:15 Introduction of panel and participants

09:15 - 09:40 Anatomy video

09:40 - 10:00 Discussion of peritoneal anatomy

10:00 - 10:10 Flow of peritoneal fluid

10:10 - 10:20 Peritoneal attachments to the body surfaces

10:20 - 10:50 Coffee break

10:50 - 11:30 Slide presentation of 10 occult peritoneal spaces

11:30 - 11:45 Peritoneal attachments to trap tumor cells

11:45 - 12:00 Reopening the battle-scarred abdomen

12:00 - 13:00 Lunch

13:00 - 13:25 Video presentation of 5 parietal peritonectomy procedures

13:25 - 14:00 Slide presentation — peritonectomy procedures

14:00 - 14:25 Video presentation of mesenteric peritonectomies

14:25 - 14:55 Coffee break

14:55 - 15:10 Minimally invasive cytoreductive surgery

15:10 - 15:25 Minor visceral resections

15:25 - 15:50 Major visceral resections and reconstruction

15:50 - 16:00 Clarification of cytoreductive surgical procedures and reporting

16:00 - 16:10 Closing the abdomen and end of course

16:10 - 17:40 Reporting and billing for CRS as defined by 7 peritonectomy procedures

16:10 – 16:25 Boundaries by PCI
16:25 – 16:40 Current procedural terminology
16:40 – 17:10 Video #1 — LAR with malignant peritoneal mesothelioma, with placement of an intraperitoneal port, plus discussion
17:10 – 17:40 Video #2 — Visceral-sparing CRS for pseudomyxoma peritonei, plus discussion