Aims & Objectives:
Basic knowledge on laparoscopy will be presented. Training on laparoscopic and suturing skills will be given including depth perception, dexterity, instrument handling, and pattern cutting. How to choose instruments, air insufflations and access will be explained. Preventing, recognising and management of complications will be discussed. Surgical anatomy of the prostate and pelvis will be presented and trainees will be able to hands-on practice laparoscopic radical prostatectomy procedure on human cadavers.
Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy Human Cadaver Course Flyer.PDF
Course Content:
- Lectures on laparoscopic instruments
- Video presentations of the laparoscopic radical prostatectomy procedures
- Training on laparoscopic simulators and training-boxes
- Hands-on training on human cadavers:
- Performing abdominal port placement for retroperitoneal approach
- Performing step-by-step laparoscopic extraperitoneal radical prostatectomy procedure
- Preparing Retzius space
- Performing pelvic lymph node dissection
- Performing deep doral vein suture application
- Performing urethral transection
- Performing bladder neck sparing and bladder neck reconstruction
- Performing seminal vesicle and vas deference dissection
- Performing bilateral NVB sparing
- Performing urethro-vesical anastomosis
- Performing inguinal hernia repair with mesh application
- Live case observation in the operating room (due to case availability)
Disclaimer: Limited to 4 participants. Certificate of attendance will be given.
In order to arrange travel, flights, and accommodation please contact (e-mail): info@aimes.org