Postgraduate Course: Getting Behind Advances BALLROOM A in Colorectal Surgery Part C: Advanced MIS techniques and Outcomes
Morris Franklin, Jr., MD
Alessio Pigazzi, MD
Elisabeth McLemore, MD
John Alverdy, MD
Barry Salky, MD
SAGES 2016
This course will present a comprehensive overview of recent advances in the minimally invasive management of common colorectal diseases, including innovations in endoscopic and transanal approaches. Through didactic lectures, video-based presentations and panel discussions with audience participation, attendees will learn to select and apply optimal strategies to manage benign and malignant colorectal conditions, based on the latest available evidence and expert opinion. This course is designed for any practicing surgeon who incorporates colon and rectal surgery into his or her practice.
SESSION OBJECTIVES
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:
• Appraise the techniques, prerequisite skills and learning curve required to perform EMR and ESD for colorectal lesions
• Implement strategies to improve outcomes of rectal cancer surgery
• Appropriately select patients who are candidates for TEM/TEO/TAMIS for benign and malignant lesions |