NZSG Polypectomy, Resection and Innovative Mucosal/ESD (PRIME) Symposium and hands-on course

 

The NZSG Polypectomy, Resection and Innovative Mucosal/ESD (PRIME) Symposium and hands-on course in 2027 dates will be announced later in the year. 

The First choice in advanced endoscopic training

If you'd like to be emailed the dates once they are finalised  please contact the NZSG Office.  

 

WHEN: TBA

WHERE: Auckland

Objectives of PRIME are: 

  • Describe endoscopic superficial neoplasia and the role of different resection techniques
  • Increase the understanding of the indications for EMR, ESD and role of third space endoscopy
  • Describe equipment necessary for therapeutic gastrointestinal endoscopy
  • Increase understanding of range of therapeutic modalities involved in advanced endoscopic resection
  • Familiarisation with techniques to reduce recurrence, treatment of complications

Day 1 

A day of educational lectures open to all interested parties. 

Day 2  

Six selected participants have the opportunity to practice endoscopic resection techniques under guidance by established Interventional Endoscopists in Aotearoa New Zealand. The participants will be able to undertake resection techniques including piecemeal EMR and endoscopic submucosal dissection. Previous workshops have also included tunnelling techniques and introduction to POEM with the day being tailored to the needs of the participants.

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