2024
LAPAROSCOPIC GENERAL SURGERY
5 - D AY I N T E N S I V E C O U R S E
D AT E
June 10 – 14, 2024
IRCAD AFRICA: THE AFRICAN CENTER OF
EXCELLENCE IN MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY
IRCAD Africa is thrilled to be launching its IRCAD Africa provides comprehensive
hands-on trainings in minimally invasive training programs that encompass
surgery in 2023. various surgical specialties. These
programs are specifically designed
The Institute looks forward to receiving to offer surgeons hands-on training,
trainees from around the continent as theoretical knowledge, and practical
well as other corners of the globe. experience.
The center is proud to feature state-of- In addition to its carefully designed
the-art, fully equipped facilities, including training programs, IRCAD leading experts
an advanced surgical laboratory and an in the field of minimally invasive surgery
auditorium. These cutting-edge facilities serve as faculty members and trainers.
are equipped with modern technology, These world-renowned experts bring their
such as high-definition imaging systems, extensive experience and knowledge
to provide realistic and immersive to the training programs, ensuring that
training experiences. participants receive top-quality education
and mentorship.
COURSE CANCELLATION POLICY
If you wish to cancel or postpone your registration, please inform us via
email at courses@ircad.africa
Any cancellation or postponement of a course must be received at least 8
weeks prior to the start of the course.
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INTERNATIONAL FACULTY OF EXPERTS
COURSE DIRECTORS
J. Marescaux (FR, RW) F. Byiringiro (RW) A. Forgione (IT)
I N V I T E D F A C U LT Y
L. Aabaken (NO) M. Gimenez (AR) S. Perretta (IT)
F. Becmeur (FR) W.J. Hyung (KR) B. Romain (FR)
A. Bonnard (FR) J. Marescaux (FR, RW) M. Vix (FR)
F. Corcione (IT) P. Miccoli (IT)
G. Costamagna (IT) S. Morales-Conde (SP)
P. Diemunsch (FR) D. Mutter (FR)
A. Forgione (IT) O. Soubrane (FR)
YOU CAN EITHER
REGISTER ONLINE FOR
IRCAD COURSES AT
WWW.IRCAD.AFRICA
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or scan this QR code to directly
register for this course.
JUNE 10
L A PA R O S C O P I C G E N E R A L S U R G E R Y
9:00 am WELCOMING OF THE PARTICIPANTS
9:15 am D IDACTIC SESSION
Equipment
> Operating theatre / choice of equipment / the laparoscopy unit
> Conventional laparoscopic instrumentation and microinstruments
> Electrosurgery and ultrasonic dissections
Basic principles
> Conventional access
> Positioning of trocars :
- transperitoneal access
- retroperitoneal access
> Knots
> Operating room organisation
Laparoscopy in emergency surgery
> Laparoscopy in peritonitis
> Appendicitis
> Gastric perforation
> Diverticulitis: radical and conservative management
1:00 pm LUNCH AT THE INSTITUTE
2:00 pm E XPERIMENTAL LABORATORY - PLASTIC & EX-VIVO MODELS
> Basic laparoscopic tasks
> Knot tying
> Suturing
> Bowel anastomosis
6:30 pm END OF SESSION
EVENING FREE
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JUNE 11
L A PA R O S C O P I C G E N E R A L S U R G E R Y
8:00 am D IDACTIC SESSION
Laparoscopic hernia repair
> Rationale of the laparoscopic approach
Laparoscopic incisional hernia repair
> Indications, mesh type, sutures, component separation repair, emergencies
Live or pre-recorded operative demonstrations
> TAPP
> Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
Cholecystectomy
> Basic principles of laparoscopic cholecystectomy
> Bile duct injuries : diagnosis and management
> Tips and tricks for acute cholecystitis
1:00 pm LUNCH AT THE INSTITUTE
2:00 pm
E XPERIMENTAL LABORATORY - LIVE TISSUE (MINI-PIGS)
> TAPP inguinal hernia
> Bowel mechanical anastomosis
> Cholecystectomy
> Dissection of the common bile duct
> Splenectomy
> Gastrojejunostomy
6:30 pm END OF SESSION
EVENING FREE
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JUNE 12
L A PA R O S C O P I C G E N E R A L S U R G E R Y
8:00 am DIDACTIC SESSION
Live or pre-recorded operative demonstrations
> Robotic gastrectomy for cancer
> Laparoscopic left colectomy
> Laparoscopic NISSEN procedure / hiatal hernia
> Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy / gastric bypass
> Laparoscopic right colectomy
1:00 pm LUNCH AT THE INSTITUTE
2:00 pm E XPERIMENTAL LABORATORY - LIVE TISSUE (MINI-PIGS)
> Ileocaecal resection
> Fundoplication
> Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
6:30 pm END OF SESSION
8:00 pm DINNER IN HONOR OF THE PARTICIPANTS
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JUNE 13
L A PA R O S C O P I C G E N E R A L S U R G E R Y
8:00 am DIDACTIC SESSION
Pediatric surgery
> Introduction to pediatric course and brief history of the specialty
> Abdominal pain (appendicitis, peritonitis)
> Stomies (ileostomies - colostomies)
> Small bowel obstruction due to adhesion bands: principle of laparoscopic treatment
> Abdominal pain due to gynecologic conditions
(ovarian torsion, tumor or other abnormalities)
> Impalpable testes
> Parietal defects in children: inguinal hernias
> Thoracoscopy:
- emergency cases: empyema, foreign body esophageal perforation,
pneumothorax, biopsies, pulmonary hydatid cysts
- late-onset diaphragmatic hernia
> Miscellaneous:
- retroperitoneal approach
- Hirschsprung's disease
- anorectal malformations
1:15 pm LUNCH AT THE INSTITUTE
2:00 pm
E XPERIMENTAL LABORATORY - LIVE TISSUE (MINI-PIGS)
> Ileo-caecal dissection and anastomoses
> Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
> Partial / total gastrectomy
> Dissection of the hepatic pedicle
6:30 pm END OF SESSION
EVENING FREE
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JUNE 14
L A PA R O S C O P I C G E N E R A L S U R G E R Y
7:45 am EVALUATION OF THE PREVIOUS DAY
8:00 am DIDACTIC SESSION
The future of minimal invasive surgery
> Imaging, robotics, and artificial intelligence
MIS video-assisted endocrine surgery
> Thyroidectomy and parathyroidectomy
Bariatric surgery
> Tailored approach : gastric banding, sleeve gastrectomy & gastric bypass
> Management of common and difficult complications
> Bariatric cases and interactive discussion with participants
Laparoscopic colorectal surgery
> Technique - tips and tricks for:
- right colectomy
- left colectomy
> TME for rectal cancer
> How to prevent and manage complications
1:00 pm LUNCH AT THE INSTITUTE
2:00 pm DIDACTIC SESSION
Foregut surgery
> Laparoscopic esophagogastric resection for benign and malignant tumors
> Laparoscopic repair of large hiatal hernias
State-of-the-art of hepatic surgery
> An overview
State-of-the-art of percutaneous surgery
Advancing endoscopic training and empowering Africa
> The role of the World Endoscopy Organization (WEO) in the development
of endoscopic training in Africa
> The growing role of flexible operative endoscopy
4:30 pm END OF THE COURSE
DELIVERY OF CERTIFICATES OF ATTENDANCE
This program may be subject to modifications.
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2024 - REGISTRATION FORM
L A PA R O S C O P I C G E N E R A L S U R G E R Y
E N G L I S H - S P E A K I N G C O U R S E / L I M I T E D T O 3 0 PA R T I C I PA N T S
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June 10 - 14
Course registration without hotel accommodation ........................................................................................... 1,500 USD
Course registration at one of IRCAD Africa partner hotels .......................................................................... 1,850 USD
According to availability: Phoenix Apartment, Lebanon Hotel & Five to Five Hotel (see page 10)
5 nights, in a single room, breakfasts, and city tax included
(check-in February 25, check-out March 1)
Payment:
Please bill my credit card: VISA MC AMEX
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I accept the cancellation policies (see page 2)
REGISTRATION FEES INCLUDE
N A M E & S I G N AT U R E:
> Theoretical sessions
> Live or pre-recorded operative demonstrations
> 4 half days of hands-on sessions on live tissue
> Coffee breaks and lunches
> One dinner
IRCAD Africa is in compliance with Rwanda's data protection law.
Law No 058/2021 of 13/10/2021 relating to the protection of personal data and privacy.
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HOW TO GET TO IRCAD
GETTING TO THE INSTITUTE COULDN’T BE EASIER
KAMPALA Airport
9hr30
567KM By car
DODOMA
15hr22
GOMA
KIGALI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 1,013KM
21min
4hr12
184KM
IRCAD AFRICA PARTNER HOTELS
GITEGA
4hr51 Phoenix Apartment 15min (9.4KM)
262KM EBENEZER Hotel Apartment 26min (14KM)
Five to Five Hotel 26min (14KM)
KIGALI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO IRCAD AFRICA 21min (12KM)
MORE INFORMATION ON:
P H OE N I XA PA R TME N T.R W
Phoenix Apartment
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E B E N E Z E R H OTE LA PA R TME N TS.COM
Ebenezer Hotel Apartment
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FI V E TOFI V E H OTE L.COM
Five to Five Hotel
or scan this QR Code for more informations
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