Room: GENERAL SESSION

Chairs: Ursula Catena, Benoit Rabischong

Faculty: Ursula Catena, Helder Ferreira, Benoit Rabischong, Rudi Leon De Wilde

Description: This course focuses on the complex and critical topic of surgical complications in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery (MIGS). Renowned experts in hysteroscopy, laparoscopy, robotic surgery, and adhesion management will provide in-depth insights into the art and science of avoiding, recognizing, and managing the common and unexpected pitfalls that arise in these procedures. Through a combination of case discussions, expert analysis, and real-world examples, participants will gain valuable knowledge on how to navigate complications with precision, reduce risk, and improve patient outcomes. This course is designed for gynecologic surgeons of all experience levels who seek to elevate their surgical expertise and ensure safer and more effective interventions.

Learning Objectives: At the end of this course, the participant will be able to:

1. Objective Identify and manage key complications: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the most common and serious complications in hysteroscopic, laparoscopic, robotic, and adhesion-related procedures, and develop strategies to recognize them early and manage them effectively;
2. Objective Enhance decision-making skills: Learn how to make critical decisions under pressure, when to stop, when to ask for help, and when to switch to alternative surgical approaches to mitigate complications; and
3. Objective Implement best practices for prevention: Acquire practical knowledge on preventive measures, tools, and techniques to reduce the occurrence of complications.

Course Outline

11:00 AM Welcome, Introduction and Course Overview

U. Catena

11:05 AM Clear View, Hidden Risks: Mastering Hysteroscopic Complications

U. Catena

11:16 AM Cutting Edge, Critical Moments: Avoiding Disaster in Laparoscopic Surgery

H. Ferreira

11:27 AM When the Robot Misfires: Recognizing and Managing Robotic Complications

B. Rabischong

11:38 AM Stuck in the Past: Preventing and Managing Surgical Adhesions

R. De Wilde

11:49 AM Discussion Questions & Answers

11:00 AM Adjourn