You are warmly invited to this collaborative workshop with: 2nd Department of Vascular Surgery, University of Athens, Greece.
Lead: Prof. Athanasios Katsargyris – 2nd Dept. of Vasc. Surgery, National and Kapodistrian Uni. of Athens, Greece
Convenors: Prof. Chris Klonaris – Head, 2nd Dept. of Vasc. Surgery, National and Kapodistrian Uni. of Athens, Greece
Prof. Theodosios Bisdas – Head, 3rd Dept. of Vasc. Surgery, Athens Medical Centre, Greece
International Faculty: Michel Bosiers – Vascular Surgeon, University Hospital, Bern, Switzerland
Enrico Gallitto – Vascular Surgeon, University of Bologna, Italy
Zoran Rancic – Vascular Surgeon, (Chair ESVS Academy), Zurich, Switzerland
Local Faculty: Assoc. Prof. Efthymios Avgerinos – Vascular Surgeon, 2nd Department of Vascular Surgery, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece
Prof. Athanasios Giannoukas – Vascular Surgeon, Dept. of Vasc. Surgery, University of Thessaly, Larissa, Greece
Natasha Hasemaki – Vasc. Surgeon, 2nd Dept. of Vasc. Surgery, National and Kapodistrian Uni. of Athens, Greece
Assoc. Prof. George Kouvelos – Vascular Surgeon, Department of Vascular Surgery, University of Thessaly, Larissa, Greece
Prof. Miltos Matsagkas – Vasc. Surgeon, Head Dept. of Vascular Surgery, University of Thessaly, Larissa, Greece
Assoc. Prof. Konstantinos Spanos – Vasc. Surgeon (Aortic Pathway Lead ESVS), Dept. of Vasc. Surgery, University of Thessaly, Larissa, Greece
Programme description: As complex aortic endovascular repair (EVAR) with fenestrated and branched endografts (F/B-EVAR) becomes the first-line treatment for pararenal and thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms, there is an increasing need for a deeper understanding of the indications, planning, and technical execution of these procedures. This intensive workshop is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive overview of the available options for the treatment of complex aortic pathologies using fenestrated and branched stent-grafts.
Participants will benefit from:
- In-depth lectures delivered by international experts, focusing on:
- Patient selection and appropriate indications
- Detailed pre-procedural planning and device customization
- Step-by-step procedural execution, including tips, tricks, and bailout strategies for intraoperative challenges
- Case-based discussions and review of recorded live cases
- Hands-on simulator sessions to reinforce practical understanding and procedural skills
To ensure close interaction and personalised mentorship from the faculty, participation is limited to 15 attendees (first-come, first-served).
Topics: FEVAR for short-neck, juxtarenal or suprarenal AAA; F/BEVAR for Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysms; Case Discussions – Detailed Planning; Hands On Workshops – Simulators; Recorded LIVE Cases.
Learning objectives: Upon completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Define the indications and contraindications for F/B-EVAR in pararenal and thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms.
- Interpret preoperative imaging to guide patient selection and stent-graft design.
- Develop customised endograft plans, including fenestration and branch configurations based on aortic and visceral anatomy.
- Apply step-by-step technical strategies for safe and effective procedure execution.
- Recognise and manage intraoperative and postoperative complications, including bail-out techniques.
- Implement organizational and workflow strategies essential for a fully functional complex aortic program.
Participant level: The course is designed for vascular surgeons and interventional radiologists. Prior experience with standard endovascular aortic repair is expected.
Certification: Medtech and EACCME accreditation are being sought for this course.
Registrations and cancellation policy: The course fee is €350 for ESVS members and €440 for non-members. The fee includes course material (faculty presentations), meals (lunch x2, and one dinner at the end of the first day of the course). The fee/registration does not include flights, transport to and from airport, accommodation and additional meals. Questions regarding course content, qualifications etc. can be addressed to: Athanasios Katsargyris akatsargyris@gmail.com. Please practical queries, contact ESVS at info@esvs.org. By participating in the course and entering in the venue, you consent to the publication, release, exhibition and reproduction of such materials to be used for the ESVS website, ESVS communications and on ESVS social media. If you don’t want to appear in communications, please make the organisers aware.
Cancellation policy: Please note that the course is dependent on final registration numbers. If the course is cancelled, an announcement will be made on the website no later than one calendar month before the course starts and all registrants will be informed. Travel and accommodation must therefore not be booked until this date has passed – ESVS is not financially responsible if the event has to be cancelled due to low numbers, in this timeframe. For cancellations received by participants more than one calendar month before the event, a refund will be given less an administration fee of 10 EUR. For cancellations received after this, no refund is possible.
Venue: University of Athens, School of Medicine Campus – Mikras Asias 74 str (New Building), 115 27, Athens, Greece
Suggested nearby accommodation (not included):
The Golden Age Hotel, 57 Michalakopoulou str, Athens 115 28, Greece
Stratos Vassilikos Hotel Athens, 114 Michalakopoulou str, Athens 115 27, Greece
Crowne Plaza, Athens City Center, 50 Michalakopoulou str, Athens 115 28, Geece
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