General info
A 2-day advanced masterclass focused on robotic-assisted pancreaticoduodenectomy (Whipple procedure). The course combines expert-led theoretical sessions with extensive hands-on training on synthetic and human cadaver models, emphasizing both resection and reconstruction techniques.
Exclusive benefit for THPBSA members
Members of the Turkish Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery Association (THPBSA) benefit a 10% discount on the course using the code THPBSA10. THPBSA membership is required!
What you will learn
- To comprehensively cover advanced robot technique in Whipple procedure
- Have a clear insight on the robotic set-up
- Having a clear view on the necessary robotic instruments focusing on the resection and reconstruction phase
- A full anatomical review of the pancreas landscape to enhance the dissection/transection phase within pancreaticoduodenectomy
- A step by step guidance on the refinement of the reconstruction phase
Prerequisites
- Basic knowledge of the robotic system and familiarity with liver and pancreas surgery and have at least 15-20 cases in robotic assisted liver resections
Faculty
Program
Lecture: Anatomical overview of the pancreas
- Key landmarks
- Vascularization
Lecture: Objectives within the robotic assisted pancreaticoduodenectomy
- Patient selection
- OR set-up
- Port placement and docking
- Learning curve
- Basic Principles
- Tips and tricks
Coffee break and change into scrubs
Hands-on training on the “Biolife Tissue model” for reconstructive techniques
- Pancreatojejunostomy
- End-to-side hepaticojejunostomy
Discussion and wrap-up
End of the day
Social dinner
Lecture presentations: complication management, new tech devices, ….
- Post-operative management
- Pitfalls within the Whipple procedure
- Complication management
- Video case discussion
Hands-on training on human cadaver model
- Trocar placement
- Robotic set-up and performing
- Resection
Lunch break
Continue hands-on training on human cadaver model
- Finalizing resection
- Focus on hepaticojejunostomy and gastrojejunostomy
End of the course
Prices
Standard fee (incl. VAT)
Members of the Turkish Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery Association (THPBSA) benefit a 10% discount on the course using the code THPBSA10. THPBSA membership is required!
Resources
Flyer Masterclass Robotic Pancreaticoduodenectomy (Whipple)
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