Thursday 15th April 2027, 1300-1630 hours. Ideal for Clinical Endoscopist Trainees, Qualified Clinical Endoscopists, Specialist Nurses, ACP’s, and Allied Health Professionals, with crossover link/interests in Endoscopy and Gastroenterology Specialty Trainees seeking to enhance their knowledge of safe endoscopy practice and patient safety.
Detailed Description
Expand your knowledge and confidence in Lower GI endoscopy by joining this engaging and interactive online workshop designed for healthcare professionals involved in the assessment, management and endoscopic investigation of patients undergoing colonoscopy. Through case-based discussions, expert-led teaching and interactive learning activities, participants will develop a comprehensive understanding of colorectal polyp detection, characterisation and management. The workshop will explore advanced endoscopic resection techniques, risk stratification tools and the management of patients with hereditary colorectal cancer syndromes, enabling participants to apply evidence-based principles to clinical practice.
This workshop provides an excellent opportunity to enhance clinical decision-making, improve understanding of surveillance recommendations and strengthen knowledge of contemporary Lower GI endoscopy practice.
Key Topics
•Principles of colorectal polyp detection and optical diagnosis
•Classification and characterisation of colorectal polyps
•Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR): indications, techniques and follow-up
•Introduction to Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD)
•SMSA (Size, Morphology, Site, Access) scoring and lesion complexity assessment
•Recognition and management of serrated colorectal lesions
•Serrated Polyposis Syndrome: diagnosis, surveillance and management
•Lynch Syndrome: identification, screening and surveillance recommendations
•Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP): clinical features and endoscopic management
•Post-polypectomy surveillance intervals and current guidelines
•Case-based discussions and clinical decision-making in complex Lower GI endoscopy