The Spanish Ovarian Cancer Group (GEICO) was created in 1999 as a non-profit Scientific Association.
Evey two years the group organizes an International Symposium entitled: "Advanced Ovarian Cancer Optimal Therapy. Update" (since 2009 together with EMO)
8th Meet the Professor, Advanced International Breast CancerSenology.org
The document announces an upcoming international breast cancer conference to be held in Padova, Italy from November 15-17, 2012. The conference will feature lectures and discussions on the latest advances in molecular characterization, management of early and advanced breast cancer, overcoming treatment resistance, and innovative new therapies. Attendees will include medical oncologists, surgeons, pathologists, and basic scientists who will exchange experiences and share the most exciting advances in breast cancer research and treatment.
This document discusses breast procedures used to diagnose, stage, and treat breast disease. It covers breast ultrasonography, which can evaluate palpable or mammographically indeterminate breast lesions and guide biopsies. Ductal lavage is described as an investigational method to retrieve breast duct epithelial cells for analysis via a catheter inserted into the duct. Ductoscopy is mentioned as an emerging endoscopic technique to directly visualize the mammary duct lining and biopsy system, currently being evaluated for evaluating nipple discharge, high-risk patients, and determining intraductal disease extent in breast cancer patients. Core needle biopsy is highlighted as the standard minimally invasive biopsy technique replacing excisional biopsy for diagnosis due to being less invasive, costly and exp
This document provides an overview and introduction to a book on minimally invasive surgery of the pancreas. It discusses the evolution of pancreatic surgery from open to minimally invasive techniques. The book contains chapters from international experts on topics related to minimally invasive pancreatic surgery, including new technologies, training, outcomes assessment, and descriptions of specific minimally invasive pancreatic procedures. It aims to provide an up-to-date reference for surgeons on minimally invasive techniques for various pancreatic surgeries.
This document is the foreword to a book on complications in laparoscopic surgery. It discusses the history and development of laparoscopic surgery since its origins in the late 1980s. It notes that while laparoscopic surgery has many benefits, complications can still occur due to technical errors or improper patient selection. The book aims to help surgeons prevent and manage complications through guidance on best practices. It contains 7 chapters, each focused on a different laparoscopic procedure and reviewing indications, techniques, possible complications, and strategies for prevention. The foreword praises the book for its importance in reinforcing patient safety as laparoscopic surgery continues to evolve and integrate new techniques.
This document summarizes cancer surgery. It discusses how surgery is often used to diagnose, treat, and potentially prevent cancer. The basic principles of oncologic surgery include excising the tumor, removing regional lymph nodes, and managing local and regional recurrence. Responsibilities of surgical oncologists include following treatment protocols, participating in research, and educating other surgeons. Cancer surgery traditionally involves removing the tumor and surrounding healthy tissue through an incision. Pathologists examine the removed tissue to ensure all detectable cancer cells were eliminated. Risks of cancer surgery include complications from anesthesia, infections, and immunosuppression.
This document summarizes the surgical management of the axilla, focusing on sentinel lymph node biopsy techniques. It discusses:
1. The axilla contains 3 levels of lymph nodes that are assessed during axillary surgery. Sentinel lymph node biopsy targets levels I-II.
2. Techniques for identifying sentinel nodes include radioactive tracing using radiocolloids and blue dye mapping. Combined hot and blue methods increase detection rates.
3. Complications of axillary surgery include seroma, lymphedema, infection, and limited arm mobility. Sentinel node biopsy reduces these risks compared to axillary dissection.
4. Ongoing research aims to further minimize the morbidity of axillary staging while
S E L E C T I V E A X I L L A R Y D I S S E C T I O N I NAnil Haripriya
This document discusses selective axillary dissection in carcinoma of the breast. It notes that tumor size and axillary lymph node status are important prognostic factors, and that axillary lymph node dissection is an important staging procedure. However, total axillary dissection can cause morbidity. The concept of sentinel node biopsy is explored as a way to select patients who need full axillary dissection versus those who do not by examining the first lymph node(s) that receive metastatic cells from the primary tumor. Studies demonstrating the predictive value and accuracy of sentinel node biopsy in determining axillary node status are summarized.
8th Meet the Professor, Advanced International Breast CancerSenology.org
The document announces an upcoming international breast cancer conference to be held in Padova, Italy from November 15-17, 2012. The conference will feature lectures and discussions on the latest advances in molecular characterization, management of early and advanced breast cancer, overcoming treatment resistance, and innovative new therapies. Attendees will include medical oncologists, surgeons, pathologists, and basic scientists who will exchange experiences and share the most exciting advances in breast cancer research and treatment.
This document discusses breast procedures used to diagnose, stage, and treat breast disease. It covers breast ultrasonography, which can evaluate palpable or mammographically indeterminate breast lesions and guide biopsies. Ductal lavage is described as an investigational method to retrieve breast duct epithelial cells for analysis via a catheter inserted into the duct. Ductoscopy is mentioned as an emerging endoscopic technique to directly visualize the mammary duct lining and biopsy system, currently being evaluated for evaluating nipple discharge, high-risk patients, and determining intraductal disease extent in breast cancer patients. Core needle biopsy is highlighted as the standard minimally invasive biopsy technique replacing excisional biopsy for diagnosis due to being less invasive, costly and exp
This document provides an overview and introduction to a book on minimally invasive surgery of the pancreas. It discusses the evolution of pancreatic surgery from open to minimally invasive techniques. The book contains chapters from international experts on topics related to minimally invasive pancreatic surgery, including new technologies, training, outcomes assessment, and descriptions of specific minimally invasive pancreatic procedures. It aims to provide an up-to-date reference for surgeons on minimally invasive techniques for various pancreatic surgeries.
This document is the foreword to a book on complications in laparoscopic surgery. It discusses the history and development of laparoscopic surgery since its origins in the late 1980s. It notes that while laparoscopic surgery has many benefits, complications can still occur due to technical errors or improper patient selection. The book aims to help surgeons prevent and manage complications through guidance on best practices. It contains 7 chapters, each focused on a different laparoscopic procedure and reviewing indications, techniques, possible complications, and strategies for prevention. The foreword praises the book for its importance in reinforcing patient safety as laparoscopic surgery continues to evolve and integrate new techniques.
This document summarizes cancer surgery. It discusses how surgery is often used to diagnose, treat, and potentially prevent cancer. The basic principles of oncologic surgery include excising the tumor, removing regional lymph nodes, and managing local and regional recurrence. Responsibilities of surgical oncologists include following treatment protocols, participating in research, and educating other surgeons. Cancer surgery traditionally involves removing the tumor and surrounding healthy tissue through an incision. Pathologists examine the removed tissue to ensure all detectable cancer cells were eliminated. Risks of cancer surgery include complications from anesthesia, infections, and immunosuppression.
This document summarizes the surgical management of the axilla, focusing on sentinel lymph node biopsy techniques. It discusses:
1. The axilla contains 3 levels of lymph nodes that are assessed during axillary surgery. Sentinel lymph node biopsy targets levels I-II.
2. Techniques for identifying sentinel nodes include radioactive tracing using radiocolloids and blue dye mapping. Combined hot and blue methods increase detection rates.
3. Complications of axillary surgery include seroma, lymphedema, infection, and limited arm mobility. Sentinel node biopsy reduces these risks compared to axillary dissection.
4. Ongoing research aims to further minimize the morbidity of axillary staging while
S E L E C T I V E A X I L L A R Y D I S S E C T I O N I NAnil Haripriya
This document discusses selective axillary dissection in carcinoma of the breast. It notes that tumor size and axillary lymph node status are important prognostic factors, and that axillary lymph node dissection is an important staging procedure. However, total axillary dissection can cause morbidity. The concept of sentinel node biopsy is explored as a way to select patients who need full axillary dissection versus those who do not by examining the first lymph node(s) that receive metastatic cells from the primary tumor. Studies demonstrating the predictive value and accuracy of sentinel node biopsy in determining axillary node status are summarized.
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy for Patients with Early Stage Breast Cancer. Updat...Jaime dehais
This guideline from ASCO updates recommendations for the use of sentinel lymph node biopsy (SNB) in patients with early-stage breast cancer based on new evidence. The main recommendations are:
1) Women without sentinel lymph node metastases should not receive axillary lymph node dissection (ALND).
2) Women with one to two metastatic sentinel nodes planning breast-conserving surgery plus radiation should not undergo ALND in most cases.
3) Women with sentinel node metastases who will undergo mastectomy should be offered ALND.
The guideline also makes recommendations regarding the use of SNB in special circumstances like multicentric tumors or prior surgery, and circumstances where SNB is not recommended, based on randomized trials
Biopsy proven cancer of the neck, which even after a complete clinical & radiological workup (that includes physical examination, CT scan, esophgeoscopy, laryngoscopy, bronchoscopy & multiple survillence biopsies) reveals or yields no primary demonstrable lesion.
This study developed a standardized ultrasound imaging classification system to differentiate fat necrosis from recurrent breast cancer in patients who underwent breast reconstruction with autologous fat grafting. The study retrospectively reviewed patients who had palpable masses after fat grafting and received ultrasound imaging. A radiologist classified the ultrasound images of 66 lesions from 37 patients into 7 categories based on echo texture, location, size, vascularity and margins. Biopsies of category 4 lesions revealed that classifications suggesting benign fat necrosis had a high accuracy of differentiating fat necrosis from cancer. Follow-up ultrasounds of 29 lesions found no increases in size or vascularity, indicating the classifications can reliably identify benign from malignant lesions after fat grafting.
NECK METASTASIS FROM AN UNKNOWN PRIMARY - RECENT ADVANCESManu Babu
1. Carcinoma of unknown primary (CUP) is characterized by metastatic disease without an obvious primary tumor, despite examinations and imaging.
2. CUP is diagnosed when squamous cell carcinoma is found in cervical lymph nodes without a detected primary tumor, even after thorough clinical exams and biopsies of potential sites.
3. Determining whether a small primary tumor was never detected or was treated before becoming evident impacts management. Advanced cases require combined modality therapy of surgery and radiation or chemoradiation.
Novel technique of mastectomy for breast cancer presenting as an abscess KETAN VAGHOLKAR
Association of an abscess with breast cancer is quite uncommon. Breast abscess encountered in a non-lactating woman should be considered as a malignancy until proven otherwise. A case of malignancy of the breast presenting as an abscess is presented along with a novel technique of mastectomy in such uncommon cases.
This document summarizes a study comparing the morbidity of sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB) alone versus SLNB followed by completion axillary lymph node dissection for breast cancer. The study found that postoperative morbidity was significantly lower in the SLNB alone group, including less pain, numbness, range of motion issues, and lymphedema. However, intermediate and long-term complications like lymphedema and tumor recurrence rates were equivalent between the groups. The study concludes that while SLNB alone has lower initial morbidity, ALND significantly increases long-term issues like lymphedema and quality of life impacts.
This document summarizes information about sentinel lymph node biopsy for breast cancer. It discusses the history and technique of sentinel lymph node biopsy. It describes that the sentinel lymph node is the first lymph node to receive drainage from the primary tumor site, usually in the axilla. The document outlines the procedure for sentinel lymph node biopsy and evaluating biopsy specimens. It discusses studies that have shown sentinel lymph node biopsy is an accurate method for staging breast cancer and that completion axillary lymph node dissection may not be needed in all cases with limited sentinel lymph node involvement.
Cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) were performed on 31 patients with peritoneal recurrence of ovarian cancer. Complete cytoreduction was achieved in 90% of patients. Morbidity rates were acceptable and comparable to literature. Organ-preserving cytoreductive surgery, when possible, reduced complications and hospital stay compared to those requiring colon resection. 25% of patients experienced tumor recurrence within a median follow-up period of 798 days, most commonly in the parietal abdominal wall. This multimodal approach shows promise for recurrent ovarian cancer but randomized trials are still needed.
This document provides an overview and introduction to the book "Surgery: Complications, Risks and Consequences" edited by Brendon J. Coventry. The book aims to provide comprehensive information on over 250 surgical procedures and their associated complications to help surgeons better inform patients and improve outcomes. It includes descriptions of procedures, estimated frequencies of complications, and discussions of major complications. The book is intended to be a resource for clinicians to gain a better understanding of risks and to assist in surgical risk management and the informed consent process.
The diagnosis and management of the acute abdomen in pregnancy 2019mostafa hegazy
This chapter discusses the anatomical and physiological changes that occur in pregnancy to support fetal development. During pregnancy, the cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, and gastrointestinal systems undergo adaptations to increase blood volume, cardiac output, and kidney and liver function which benefit fetal growth. The hormonal changes that facilitate these adaptations, including high levels of progesterone, estrogen, human chorionic gonadotropin, and cortisol, can also cause discomforts for the mother like nausea, breast tenderness, and skin changes.
Surgical treatment of secondary lymphoedema—algorythimic approach at MD Ander...Cancer Institute NSW
Cancer treatment is the most common cause of lymphoedema in Australia which is a condition associated with recurrent infections, disfigurement, pain, and decreased quality of life. Lymphoedema has been shown to be one of the most significant survivorship issues following cancer treatment. Recent advances in microsurgery, specifically lymphovenous anastomosis (LVA) and vascularized lymph node transfer (VLNT) have shown early promising outcomes yet selection criteria for surgical intervention has not been well-established.
1. Locally advanced rectal cancers are defined as T4 or node-positive lesions that cannot be completely resected without a high risk of residual disease. Management involves pre-operative chemotherapy with or without radiation therapy followed by surgery and adjuvant chemotherapy.
2. For resectable stage II/III cancers, pre-operative chemoradiation or radiation followed by surgery and adjuvant chemotherapy improves local control and survival compared to surgery alone.
3. For unresectable T4 cancers, induction chemotherapy and long-course chemoradiation may enable resection. Adjuvant chemotherapy is recommended in all cases.
This document summarizes a presentation on using percutaneous needle assistance for culdolaparoscopic and natural orifice transvaginal endoscopic cholecystectomies. It describes using laparoscopy reins and hook needles through the vagina to provide traction, retraction, exposure and assistance in mobilizing and exposing the Calot's triangle during these procedures. The results showed this is a feasible cost-contained technique that allows completing hybrid and pure transvaginal cholecystectomies without additional ports.
This document discusses contact radiotherapy (Papillon) as an alternative to surgery for early stage rectal cancer. It notes that surgery is overtreatment for some early cancers and presents morbidity risks, especially in elderly patients. Contact radiotherapy delivers a high dose of localized radiation directly to the tumor and has shown good response rates with few side effects. It may allow some patients to avoid surgery and its risks. The document advocates for considering contact radiotherapy as a non-surgical option for select early stage rectal cancers based on a patient's risk factors and preferences.
CURRENT STATUS OF ORGAN PRESERVATION IN CA LARYNXManu Babu
The document discusses treatment options for early stage laryngeal cancer, including radical radiotherapy, transoral laser surgery, and function preserving open partial laryngectomy. It notes that treatment selection depends on factors like disease extent, patient preference, occupational considerations, and physician expertise. For early glottic cancer specifically, radiotherapy and transoral laser surgery are standard options that provide equivalent cure rates, though there is debate around their relative efficacy and impact on voice quality. The document also discusses treatment approaches for supraglottic cancers and locally advanced laryngeal cancers, noting the importance of neck treatment for supraglottic cancers and the paradigm shift to organ preservation using induction chemotherapy.
This document discusses advances in non-invasive treatments for rectal cancer, allowing some patients to avoid colostomies and radical surgery. It describes a recent study of 36 patients with low-lying rectal cancer who received pre-operative radiation and chemotherapy, followed by surgery. For 5 patients (14%), the pre-operative treatment eliminated the cancer completely. Most patients (77%) were able to have a less invasive surgery called a low anterior resection, preserving their anus and avoiding a colostomy. The study concludes this approach may be a good alternative to more invasive surgeries for selected rectal cancer patients.
This document discusses the history and benefits of gynaec endoscopic surgery, also known as minimal access surgery. It notes that minimal access surgery has revolutionized gynaecological surgery by allowing for less invasive procedures with reduced trauma through small incisions. While some simple procedures like treating ectopic pregnancies were adopted quickly, more advanced procedures required additional training. The document emphasizes the importance of training the next generation of gynaecologists to perform these surgeries safely and conferring the benefits of minimal access surgery broadly. It concludes by encouraging overcoming fears of new techniques and ensuring adequate structured training is provided.
The document provides an overview of research projects funded by AXA on cancer and cancer-related topics. It summarizes 23 projects funded for junior researchers and 6 for senior researchers focused on understanding cancer mechanisms, diagnosis, and innovative treatments. The projects cover topics like identifying proteins essential for tumor formation, genomic instability in cancer, barriers to tissue regeneration, metastasis, mechanical forces in tumor growth, and developing targeted drug delivery using nanoparticles. Over €35.9M has been committed to life risks research projects, with over €5M going towards cancer-related research.
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy for Patients with Early Stage Breast Cancer. Updat...Jaime dehais
This guideline from ASCO updates recommendations for the use of sentinel lymph node biopsy (SNB) in patients with early-stage breast cancer based on new evidence. The main recommendations are:
1) Women without sentinel lymph node metastases should not receive axillary lymph node dissection (ALND).
2) Women with one to two metastatic sentinel nodes planning breast-conserving surgery plus radiation should not undergo ALND in most cases.
3) Women with sentinel node metastases who will undergo mastectomy should be offered ALND.
The guideline also makes recommendations regarding the use of SNB in special circumstances like multicentric tumors or prior surgery, and circumstances where SNB is not recommended, based on randomized trials
Biopsy proven cancer of the neck, which even after a complete clinical & radiological workup (that includes physical examination, CT scan, esophgeoscopy, laryngoscopy, bronchoscopy & multiple survillence biopsies) reveals or yields no primary demonstrable lesion.
This study developed a standardized ultrasound imaging classification system to differentiate fat necrosis from recurrent breast cancer in patients who underwent breast reconstruction with autologous fat grafting. The study retrospectively reviewed patients who had palpable masses after fat grafting and received ultrasound imaging. A radiologist classified the ultrasound images of 66 lesions from 37 patients into 7 categories based on echo texture, location, size, vascularity and margins. Biopsies of category 4 lesions revealed that classifications suggesting benign fat necrosis had a high accuracy of differentiating fat necrosis from cancer. Follow-up ultrasounds of 29 lesions found no increases in size or vascularity, indicating the classifications can reliably identify benign from malignant lesions after fat grafting.
NECK METASTASIS FROM AN UNKNOWN PRIMARY - RECENT ADVANCESManu Babu
1. Carcinoma of unknown primary (CUP) is characterized by metastatic disease without an obvious primary tumor, despite examinations and imaging.
2. CUP is diagnosed when squamous cell carcinoma is found in cervical lymph nodes without a detected primary tumor, even after thorough clinical exams and biopsies of potential sites.
3. Determining whether a small primary tumor was never detected or was treated before becoming evident impacts management. Advanced cases require combined modality therapy of surgery and radiation or chemoradiation.
Novel technique of mastectomy for breast cancer presenting as an abscess KETAN VAGHOLKAR
Association of an abscess with breast cancer is quite uncommon. Breast abscess encountered in a non-lactating woman should be considered as a malignancy until proven otherwise. A case of malignancy of the breast presenting as an abscess is presented along with a novel technique of mastectomy in such uncommon cases.
This document summarizes a study comparing the morbidity of sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB) alone versus SLNB followed by completion axillary lymph node dissection for breast cancer. The study found that postoperative morbidity was significantly lower in the SLNB alone group, including less pain, numbness, range of motion issues, and lymphedema. However, intermediate and long-term complications like lymphedema and tumor recurrence rates were equivalent between the groups. The study concludes that while SLNB alone has lower initial morbidity, ALND significantly increases long-term issues like lymphedema and quality of life impacts.
This document summarizes information about sentinel lymph node biopsy for breast cancer. It discusses the history and technique of sentinel lymph node biopsy. It describes that the sentinel lymph node is the first lymph node to receive drainage from the primary tumor site, usually in the axilla. The document outlines the procedure for sentinel lymph node biopsy and evaluating biopsy specimens. It discusses studies that have shown sentinel lymph node biopsy is an accurate method for staging breast cancer and that completion axillary lymph node dissection may not be needed in all cases with limited sentinel lymph node involvement.
Cytoreductive surgery and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) were performed on 31 patients with peritoneal recurrence of ovarian cancer. Complete cytoreduction was achieved in 90% of patients. Morbidity rates were acceptable and comparable to literature. Organ-preserving cytoreductive surgery, when possible, reduced complications and hospital stay compared to those requiring colon resection. 25% of patients experienced tumor recurrence within a median follow-up period of 798 days, most commonly in the parietal abdominal wall. This multimodal approach shows promise for recurrent ovarian cancer but randomized trials are still needed.
This document provides an overview and introduction to the book "Surgery: Complications, Risks and Consequences" edited by Brendon J. Coventry. The book aims to provide comprehensive information on over 250 surgical procedures and their associated complications to help surgeons better inform patients and improve outcomes. It includes descriptions of procedures, estimated frequencies of complications, and discussions of major complications. The book is intended to be a resource for clinicians to gain a better understanding of risks and to assist in surgical risk management and the informed consent process.
The diagnosis and management of the acute abdomen in pregnancy 2019mostafa hegazy
This chapter discusses the anatomical and physiological changes that occur in pregnancy to support fetal development. During pregnancy, the cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, and gastrointestinal systems undergo adaptations to increase blood volume, cardiac output, and kidney and liver function which benefit fetal growth. The hormonal changes that facilitate these adaptations, including high levels of progesterone, estrogen, human chorionic gonadotropin, and cortisol, can also cause discomforts for the mother like nausea, breast tenderness, and skin changes.
Surgical treatment of secondary lymphoedema—algorythimic approach at MD Ander...Cancer Institute NSW
Cancer treatment is the most common cause of lymphoedema in Australia which is a condition associated with recurrent infections, disfigurement, pain, and decreased quality of life. Lymphoedema has been shown to be one of the most significant survivorship issues following cancer treatment. Recent advances in microsurgery, specifically lymphovenous anastomosis (LVA) and vascularized lymph node transfer (VLNT) have shown early promising outcomes yet selection criteria for surgical intervention has not been well-established.
1. Locally advanced rectal cancers are defined as T4 or node-positive lesions that cannot be completely resected without a high risk of residual disease. Management involves pre-operative chemotherapy with or without radiation therapy followed by surgery and adjuvant chemotherapy.
2. For resectable stage II/III cancers, pre-operative chemoradiation or radiation followed by surgery and adjuvant chemotherapy improves local control and survival compared to surgery alone.
3. For unresectable T4 cancers, induction chemotherapy and long-course chemoradiation may enable resection. Adjuvant chemotherapy is recommended in all cases.
This document summarizes a presentation on using percutaneous needle assistance for culdolaparoscopic and natural orifice transvaginal endoscopic cholecystectomies. It describes using laparoscopy reins and hook needles through the vagina to provide traction, retraction, exposure and assistance in mobilizing and exposing the Calot's triangle during these procedures. The results showed this is a feasible cost-contained technique that allows completing hybrid and pure transvaginal cholecystectomies without additional ports.
This document discusses contact radiotherapy (Papillon) as an alternative to surgery for early stage rectal cancer. It notes that surgery is overtreatment for some early cancers and presents morbidity risks, especially in elderly patients. Contact radiotherapy delivers a high dose of localized radiation directly to the tumor and has shown good response rates with few side effects. It may allow some patients to avoid surgery and its risks. The document advocates for considering contact radiotherapy as a non-surgical option for select early stage rectal cancers based on a patient's risk factors and preferences.
CURRENT STATUS OF ORGAN PRESERVATION IN CA LARYNXManu Babu
The document discusses treatment options for early stage laryngeal cancer, including radical radiotherapy, transoral laser surgery, and function preserving open partial laryngectomy. It notes that treatment selection depends on factors like disease extent, patient preference, occupational considerations, and physician expertise. For early glottic cancer specifically, radiotherapy and transoral laser surgery are standard options that provide equivalent cure rates, though there is debate around their relative efficacy and impact on voice quality. The document also discusses treatment approaches for supraglottic cancers and locally advanced laryngeal cancers, noting the importance of neck treatment for supraglottic cancers and the paradigm shift to organ preservation using induction chemotherapy.
This document discusses advances in non-invasive treatments for rectal cancer, allowing some patients to avoid colostomies and radical surgery. It describes a recent study of 36 patients with low-lying rectal cancer who received pre-operative radiation and chemotherapy, followed by surgery. For 5 patients (14%), the pre-operative treatment eliminated the cancer completely. Most patients (77%) were able to have a less invasive surgery called a low anterior resection, preserving their anus and avoiding a colostomy. The study concludes this approach may be a good alternative to more invasive surgeries for selected rectal cancer patients.
This document discusses the history and benefits of gynaec endoscopic surgery, also known as minimal access surgery. It notes that minimal access surgery has revolutionized gynaecological surgery by allowing for less invasive procedures with reduced trauma through small incisions. While some simple procedures like treating ectopic pregnancies were adopted quickly, more advanced procedures required additional training. The document emphasizes the importance of training the next generation of gynaecologists to perform these surgeries safely and conferring the benefits of minimal access surgery broadly. It concludes by encouraging overcoming fears of new techniques and ensuring adequate structured training is provided.
The document provides an overview of research projects funded by AXA on cancer and cancer-related topics. It summarizes 23 projects funded for junior researchers and 6 for senior researchers focused on understanding cancer mechanisms, diagnosis, and innovative treatments. The projects cover topics like identifying proteins essential for tumor formation, genomic instability in cancer, barriers to tissue regeneration, metastasis, mechanical forces in tumor growth, and developing targeted drug delivery using nanoparticles. Over €35.9M has been committed to life risks research projects, with over €5M going towards cancer-related research.
Dr. Jeffrey Milsom and Dr. Fred Cornhill lead the Minimally Invasive New Technologies (MINT) program at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center to develop new endolumenal surgical techniques and technologies. Their goal is to transform digestive disease surgery by performing procedures entirely within the intestine using their Endolumenal Surgical Platform (ESP). ESP and future platforms will allow complex procedures to be done without incisions, improving patient outcomes and safety while lowering costs. The MINT team's innovations have the potential to redefine care for common digestive diseases and conditions that currently require open or laparoscopic surgery.
Third Annual Peter D. Stevens Course on Innovations in Digestive CareBradley Jobling
The Third Annual Peter D. Stevens Course on Innovations in Digestive Care is a two-day course held in New York City on April 10-11, 2014 that covers the latest technologies and minimally invasive procedures in digestive care. The course is divided into sessions on the esophagus, pancreas, GI lumen, colon and rectum, and hepatobiliary system, and includes didactic sessions, hands-on labs, and live surgery demonstrations. The course aims to keep clinicians knowledgeable about new innovations and is held in honor of the late Dr. Peter D. Stevens, a leader in the field of digestive care at Columbia University.
BILE DUCT INJURY DURING LAPAROSCOPIC cholecystectomy- causes-detection;manage...fiaz fazili
Bile duct injuries (BDI) take place in a wide spectrum of clinical settings. The mechanisms of injury, previous attempts of repair, surgical risk and general health status importantly influence the diagnostic and therapeutic decision-making pathway of every single case. A multidisciplinary approach including hepatobiliary surgeon , endoscopy and interventional radiology specialists is required to properly manage this complex disease-the best treatment is prevention--do no more harm-have low threshold for conversion;call for help of seniors or expertise or refer to higher center
10th Meet the Professor. Advanced International Breast Cancer Conference (AIB...Senology.org
This document provides information about the 10th Advanced International Breast Cancer Course (AIBCC) taking place from November 6-8, 2014 in Padua, Italy. The conference will include lectures from internationally recognized speakers on topics related to breast cancer diagnosis, treatment, and management. It will also include clinical case discussions where difficult cases are presented and attendees vote and discuss treatment options. The goal of the conference is to provide an updated and personalized approach to breast cancer care through an exchange of expertise between speakers and attendees. The conference is directed at oncologists, surgeons, pathologists, and other medical professionals involved in breast cancer treatment.
Wavelength October 2015 Volume 19 No. 2Jerry Duncan
This article discusses the first clinical uses of Elekta's new Leksell Gamma Knife Icon system at University Hospital La Timone in Marseilles, France. The Icon allows for frameless Gamma Knife radiosurgery using a mask for head fixation rather than the traditional rigid frame. The first patient was treated on August 10th for a brain metastasis using this frameless approach. Additional patients were also treated for metastases. On August 17th, the first patient began a multi-session, hypofractionated treatment for a meningioma using the frameless approach. The Icon's advanced motion management and imaging capabilities enable these frameless treatments by precisely reproducing the patient's position over multiple sessions.
PROFESSOR ION CHIRICUTA, A TALENTED SURGEON, A SKILLED MANAGER AND A DEDICATE...SinzianaIonescu1
Prof. Ion Chiricuta was a talented Romanian surgeon who made many contributions in the fields of oncology and surgery in the mid-20th century. He graduated from medical school in 1942 and went on to hold several leadership roles, including heading the Oncology Institute in Cluj, Romania. Chiricuta developed over 15 new surgical procedures and published hundreds of papers. He helped modernize the Oncology Institute in Cluj and was a skilled researcher who advanced the understanding of cancer.
Hysteroscopy Newsletter is an opened forum to all professionals who want to contribute with their knowledge and even share their doubts with a word-wide gynecological
community
Hysteroscopy Newsletter is an opened forum to all professionals who want to contribute with their knowledge and even share their doubts with a word-wide gynecological community
The newsletter provides information on upcoming conferences, recent literature on breast cancer and other topics, and a commentary on the use of a 21-gene recurrence score assay to guide treatment decisions for early-stage breast cancer. It also lists literature on topics like coffee consumption and breast cancer risk, neoadjuvant chemotherapy for triple-negative breast cancer, and a historical account of breast cancer surgery.
Masjid Nabawi is the dream destination for any believer. The document includes prayers and blessings for Prophet Muhammad. It emphasizes visiting the mosque and sending prayers and blessings to the Prophet with each step. The vision is to provide the right care for every person every time through various strategies to lower the rate of bile duct injuries during laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
Senology.org Newsletter - June 1, 2012Senology.org
This newsletter provides information on recent publications related to senology and oncology, including summaries of literature on topics like breast cancer screening and treatment. It also announces upcoming conferences and events, and discusses participation in an online medical community on LinkedIn. The newsletter aims to connect specialists around the world by sharing research and opinions.
This document summarizes a case of screen-detected breast cancer that was managed through a multidisciplinary approach at the Janez Žgajnar Institute of Oncology Ljubljana. A 51-year-old woman underwent mammography screening where microcalcifications were discovered in her right breast. After a consensus conference and biopsy confirming high-grade ductal carcinoma in situ, a preoperative conference recommended a mastectomy and sentinel node biopsy with possible reconstruction. A reconstruction meeting proposed an immediate autologous free flap. Final pathology found invasive ductal carcinoma along with the DCIS, and postoperatively it was determined that completion axillary dissection was needed. The case was presented to the breast cancer tumor board.
This chapter provides an overview of minimally invasive and robotic esophagectomy. Esophagectomy is a challenging surgery for esophageal cancer with historical perioperative mortality rates of 3-4% and major morbidity rates of 30-40% with open techniques. The adoption of minimally invasive approaches, both hybrid and fully endoscopic, has led to reductions in postoperative pulmonary complications, blood loss, hospital stay, and improved quality of life compared to open surgery, without compromising oncologic outcomes. Further improvements have been seen with robotic-assisted minimally invasive esophagectomy compared to open surgery as well. Ongoing studies continue to evaluate outcomes as these newer techniques diffuse more widely.
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Hysteroscopy and cystic adenomyosis, interview with Prof. Osama Shawki, Tamoxifen and hysteroscopy, Postmenstrual vaginal bleeding, endoscopycongress, new devices, and much more
Recent advances in breast surgery include breast conservation surgery in the 1980s, percutaneous needle biopsy in the 1990s, and sentinel node biopsy and oncoplastic surgery in the 2000s. Studies show lumpectomy with radiation therapy results in similar survival rates as mastectomy. Guidelines developed by the Breast Health Global Initiative aim to implement evidence-based, economically feasible recommendations for low and middle income countries. Learning Laboratories are being established to develop and test educational modules based on the guidelines.
This document discusses modifications to laparoscopic and natural orifice surgery techniques to enhance safety. It describes experiences with 168 laparoscopic procedures where the first entry port was observed for complications, 145 minilaparoscopy assisted natural orifice surgeries, and 3 natural orifice transvaginal endoscopic surgeries. No complications were observed when surveilling the first entry port. The authors recommend whenever possible to endoscopically examine the first entry port site to recognize any potential complications.
This document discusses Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgery (NOTES), a new surgical technique. NOTES involves performing surgery using an endoscope inserted through natural openings like the mouth, vagina, or anus without external incisions. The document provides a brief history of NOTES, describes some procedures that have been performed, and discusses potential advantages as well as challenges to further development and acceptance of the technique.
Problem of colorectal cancer in India and issues related to managementApollo Hospitals
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Video Workshop - Surgical Management - Advance Ovarian Cancer
1. 1st GEICO Video Workshop
ON
Surgical Management
OF
Advanced Ovarian Cancer
Valencia, 3rd March 2011
Chairs:
Dennis S. Chi,
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center,
New York, USA
Luis M. Chiva,
M.D. Anderson International España, Madrid
2. Introduction
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GEICO studies.
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Luis M. Chiva,
Local Chair
Preliminary Program / programa Preliminar
/programa
15:30 - 15:45 Introductory Remarks
Introducción
Luis M. Chiva, M.D. Anderson International España, Madrid
Dennis S. Chi, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, USA
15:45 - 16:05 The role of surgical cytorreduction in advanced ovarian cancer
Any evidence for HYPEC?
El papel de la citorreducción quirúrgica en cán er de ov rio avanzado.
rúrgi n cánc ovar avanzado
¿Hay evidencia para usar HYPEC? E
Sergio Martínez, Hospital Clínic Universitari, Barcelona
16:05 - 16:25 Preoperative and intraoperative considerations
from the anesthesiologist’s corner
Consideraciones pre en intraoperatorias e intraoperativas desde la
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prespectiva del anestesista
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Alberto Honrubia, M.D. Anderson International España, Madrid
3. 16:25 - 16:45 Surgical abdominal anatomy for ovarian cancer surgeons
Anatomía abdominal quirúrgica para cirujanos de cáncer de ovario
Luis M. Chiva, M.D. Anderson International España, Madrid
16:45 - 17:00 Video assisted thoracoscopy in ovarian cancer
How to integrate this tool in the surgical management
Toracoscopia asistida en cáncer de ovario.
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Cómo integrar esta herramienta en el manejo quirúrgico
Dennis S. Chi, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, USA
17:00 - 17:20 Bowel resection and anastomosis in ovarian cancer,
anatomic and functional principles
Resección intestinal y anastomosis en cáncer de ovario,
cción in
principios anatómicos y funcionales
ipios
Fernando Lapuente, M.D. Anderson International España, Madrid
17:20 - 17:45 Coffee Break
17:45 - 18:05 How to approach the frozen pelvis in ovarian cancer
Cómo tratar la pelvis congelada en cáncer de ovario
o trat
Luis M. Chiva, M.D. Anderson International España, Madrid
18:05 - 18:25 Managing bulking retroperitoneal nodes at the time of the cytoreduction
Manejo de los ganglios retroperitoneales voluminosos en la citorreducción
Fernando Lapuente, M.D. Anderson International España, Madrid
18:25 - 18:45 Dealing with bulky disease in the upper abdomen
Manejo de afectación masiva en la parte superior del abdomen
o
Dennis S. Chi, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, USA
18:45 - 19:30 Controversial Issues: Temas de controversia:
· Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy after · Quimioterapia neoadyuvante después del
EORTC trial estudio de la EORTC
· Secuential IP or HYPEC · IP secuencial o HYPEC
· How could gynecologic · Cómo podrían mejorar los ginecólogos
oncologists improve the sus habilidades quirúrgicas en cáncer de
surgical skills in ovarian cancer ovario
Moderators
Dennis S. Chi, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, USA
Luis M. Chiva, M.D. Anderson International España, Madrid
Panel
Javier De Santiago, Hospital Univ. La Paz, Madrid
Santiago Domingo, Hospital Univ. La Fe, Valencia
Matías Jurado, Clínica Univ. de Navarra, Pamplona (Navarra)
Jordi Ponce, Hospital Univ. de Bellvitge, L'Hospitalet de Llobregat (Barcelona)
Sergio Martínez, Hospital Clínic Universitari, Barcelona
19:30 Closing Remarks
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5. 1st GEICO Video Workshop
ON
Surgical Management
OF
OF
Advanced Ovarian Cancer
Valencia, 3rd March 2011
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