Pre-congress Course: The robot and the pelvic floor
Background:
The course covers pelvic floor anatomy, prolapse, and functional diagnostics. It includes discussions on pre-operative imaging techniques, sacral suspension alternatives, and surgical tailoring for improved outcomes.
Participants will learn anatomical insights, diagnostic applications, and surgical advancements. In addition to traditional methods, the course will specifically cover the use of robotics in pelvic floor surgery.
Robotics can enhance precision and control during procedures, leading to better patient outcomes and reduced recovery times. Participants will gain understanding of how robotic systems benefit complex pelvic floor repair surgeries.
The course will include extensive educational video materials and a continuous interaction with the experts.
Course programme - June 4, 2025
| 10:00 | Welcome introduction and course overview - T. Simoncini (Italy) |
| 10:00-10:30 | Anatomy of the pelvic floor: understanding prolapse G. Campagna (Italy) |
| 10:30-11:00 | How to use functional diagnostics to tailor surgery E. Russo (Italy) |
| 11:00-11:30 | Pre-op Imaging for a better surgical outcome A. Sturiale (Italy) |
| 11:30-12:00 | Understanding sacral suspension A. Page (Belgium) |
| 12:00-12:30 | Alternatives to sacral suspension P. Mannella (Italy) |
| 12:30-13:30 | Lunch |
| 13:30-14:00 | Discussion on topics from the morning part |
| 14:00-14:30 | Suspending the rectum and the posterior compartment C. Menconi (Italy) |
| 14:30-15:00 | Meshless abdominal pelvic floor repair J. Dubuisson (Switzerland) |
| 15:00-15:30 | Management of recurrent and complex prolapse T. Simoncini (Italy) |
| 15:30-16:00 | How to approach urogenital fistulas G. Pomara (Italy) |
| 16:00-16:30 | Managing mesh-related complications R. Botchorishvili (France) |
| 16:30-17:00 | Group discussion |
