Special Focus Session
SF 16a - Lymphatic and venous imaging and interventions
Lectures
1
Chairperson's introduction
10:00Fernando Gomez Muñoz, València / ES
2
Imaging the lymphatic system
15:00Claus Christian Pieper, Bonn / DE
3
Lymphatic embolisation
15:00Geert Maleux, Tienen / BE
4
Chronic venous insufficiency and varicose vein treatment
15:00Miltiadis Krokidis, Athens / GR
5
Interventional solutions for venous disease in pregnancy and postpartum
15:00Maria Tsitskari, Nicosia / GR
6
Panel discussion: What specific areas need more evidence to guide practice?
20:00Panel discussion: What specific areas need more evidence to guide practice?
10 min
Chairperson's introduction
Fernando Gomez Muñoz, València / Spain
15 min
Imaging the lymphatic system
Claus Christian Pieper, Bonn / Germany
- To learn the current techniques and modalities available for imaging the lymphatic system.
- To appreciate the clinical indications and diagnostic value of lymphatic imaging in various pathologies.
- To understand the anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system as visualised through imaging.
15 min
Lymphatic embolisation
Geert Maleux, Tienen / Belgium
- To learn the procedural steps and materials used in lymphatic embolisation.
- To appreciate the role of embolisation in the management of lymphatic leaks and disorders.
- To understand patient selection, outcomes, and potential complications associated with this intervention.
15 min
Chronic venous insufficiency and varicose vein treatment
Miltiadis Krokidis, Athens / Greece
- To learn about modern interventional treatments for chronic venous insufficiency and varicose veins.
- To appreciate the clinical impact and quality-of-life improvements following treatment.
- To understand the pathophysiology and progression of chronic venous disorders.
15 min
Interventional solutions for venous disease in pregnancy and postpartum
Maria Tsitskari, Nicosia / Greece
- To learn the safe and effective interventional approaches for managing venous disease during pregnancy and postpartum.
- To appreciate the unique physiological challenges and considerations in this patient population.
- To understand indications, risks, and outcomes of venous interventions in pregnant and postpartum patients.
20 min
Panel discussion: What specific areas need more evidence to guide practice?