March 20-21 | Vila Nova di Gaia, PT
March 20-21 | Vila Nova di Gaia, PT
March 20-21 | Vila Nova di Gaia, PT
March 20-21 | Vila Nova di Gaia, PT
March 20-21 | Vila Nova di Gaia, PT
Thermal ablation of benign and malignant thyroid lesions, Vila Nova de Gaia/PT, March 20-21, 2025
Thyroid nodules are quite prevalent in the general populace. They are typically symptom-free, benign, and can most often be monitored with regular observation. Occasionally, nodules may increase in size and produce symptoms, necessitating treatment. Currently, minimally invasive, image-guided treatments such as thermal ablation with radiofrequency ablation (RFA), percutaneous laser ablation (LA), or percutaneous microwave ablation (MWA) have been shown to be effective and safe, offering a viable alternative to surgery.
This course will cover the basic anatomy of the thyroid, the pathophysiology behind the formation of benign thyroid nodules, and review the most commonly used minimally invasive treatments, including their indications and techniques. Extensive hands-on workshops on different methods, including laser, radiofrequency, and microwave, will allow participants to work with current devices and learn about the latest advancements in thyroid ablation technology.
Who should attend?
Organized and led by distinguished experts, this ESIR course on thyroid ablation provides experienced physicians the chance to refine their practical skills and expand their knowledge of contemporary treatment options for this challenging condition.
Preliminary programme
Thursday, March 20, 2025
08:30-09:00 Registration
09:00-09:10 Welcome and introduction to the IR division of ULSGE
09:10-09:15 Course introduction
09:15-10:15 Thyroid nodule
Thyroid nodules in Europe: the endocrinologist perspective
Guidelines on TA in benign and malignant thyroid diseases
The surgeon’s perspective on the management of BTN
10:15-10:30 Coffee break
10:30-11:30 Thyroid ablations: indications and techniques
Procedural work-up and procedural setting
Laser ablation technique in BTN
Radiofrequency ablation technique in BTN
Microwave ablation technique in BTN
11:30-12:30 Lunch break
12:30-14:45 Hands-on workshops
Radiofrequency ablation I
Radiofrequency ablation II
Microwave ablation I
Microwave ablation II
Microwave ablation III
14:45-15:15 Coffee break
15:15-17:30 Hands-on workshops (continuation)
Radiofrequency ablation I
Radiofrequency ablation II
Microwave ablation I
Microwave ablation II
Microwave ablation III
Friday, March 21, 2025
09:30-10:00 Recorded case I: ablation of a benign thyroid nodule
10:00-10:15 Coffee break
10:15-10:45 Recorded case II: ablation of a nodal metastasis
10:45-11:15 Recorded case III: ablation of a malignant thyroid nodule
11:15-11:30 Discussion
Complications, management, and follow up
11:30-12:00 Summary and discussion
Local hosts
Faculty
J. Cura (Donostia/ES)
L. Fernandez (Lisbon/PT)
E. Ghanassia (Sete/FR)
M. Oliveira (Gaia /PT)
C. Soares (Gaia /PT)
S. Spiezia (Milan/IT)
G. Yildirim (Istambul/TR)
Venue
ULSGE – Unidade Local de Saúde de Gaia e Espinho
Centro de Reabilitação do Norte Dr. Ferreira Alves
Av. Infante Sagres 349
4405-565 Valadares,
Vila Nova de Gaia
Portugal
Registration
Please note that this course is open only to interventional radiologists who have completed their radiology training. To further multidisciplinary team building, endocrinologists may attend this course together with an interventional radiologist from the same hospital under the registration type “Team Fee.”
The registration fees are as follows:
| Early Fee (until January 23, 2025) | Regular Fee (as of January 24, 2025) |
|
|---|---|---|
| Course registration | €710 | €920 |
| Course registration – team** | €1130 | €1440 |
| Course registration (CIRSE Member*) | €610 | €710 |
| Course registration (CIRSE Member*) - team** | €820 | €1020 |
| Nurse/radiographer*** | €710 | €920 |
Reduced registration fees are only available for members of CIRSE in good standing.
Interventional radiologists attending the course may bring with them an endocrinology colleague from the same hospital with whom they work together in a multidisciplinary team. These two physicians will then be able to attend the ESIR course under the “team fee”. A copy of a medical license/certificate listing the endocrinology specialty of the teammate will be required and need to be uploaded. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].
Registration needs to be accompanied by the Confirmation form, signed by the head of department.
These fees include:
- Course attendance
- Teaching material for the course
- Coffee breaks
- Lunch on the first day
General Information
- Please note that this course is limited to 30 participants and registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
- To attend the ESIR courses as a member, CIRSE membership fee for the year of the course must be settled.
- Please note that your registration becomes valid only after receipt of payment and after confirmation by the CIRSE Central Office.
- When making your flight bookings, please make sure that you will be able to stay for the entire course.
Cancellation of course registration
The CIRSE Foundation offers all participants the possibility of purchasing insurance with our partner “Europäische Reiseversicherung” via this link. Thus, the CIRSE Foundation itself will not refund any amount after a cancellation of registration. All requests have to be issued to the “Europäische Reiseversicherung” directly. Refunds will be given within the terms and conditions of the “Europäische Reiseversicherung”. Name changes will be handled as a cancellation and new registration.
Please note that CIRSE offers just a platform to effect a policy between you and “Europäische Reiseversicherung”.
Invoices will be issued by the CIRSE Foundation, Neutorgasse 9, 1010 Vienna, Austria.
CIRSE Foundation
Neutorgasse 9
1010 Vienna
Austria
Phone: 0043 1 904 2003
Fax: 0043 1 904 2003 30
Email: [email protected]
Accommodation
Below is a list of recommended hotels within the vicinity of the course venue. To proceed with booking your rooms for the course duration, please get in touch with the hotels directly. Accommodation is not included in the registration fee and course delegates shall bear all costs in this context themselves.
Hotel Ibis Budget Porto Gaia
3*, 17 min. from the venue by car
Rua Martir S. Sebastiao, 390, Afurada,
4400-499 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Phone: +351 22 772 7020
E-mail: [email protected]
https://all.accor.com/
Caléway Hotel
4*, 17 min. from the venue by car
R. Cândido dos Reis 182 184,
4400-070 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: +351222440810
https://www.calewayhotelportogaia.com/
Novotel Porto Gaia
4*, 15 min. from the venue by car
Rua Martir São Sebastião, Afurada
4400-499 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: +351 22 772 8700
https://all.accor.com/
Mercure Porto Gaia
4*, 17 min. from the venue by car
Rua Manuel Moreira de Barros, 618D
4400-346 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Phone: +351 22 374 0800
E-mail: [email protected]
https://all.accor.com/
Holiday Inn Porto Gaia
4*, 15 min. from the venue by car
R. Diogo Macedo 220,
4400-107 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Phone: + 351 22 3747500
E-mail: [email protected]
https://www.ihg.com/
Boeira Garden Hotel Porto Gaia, Curio Collection by Hilton
5*, 15 min. from the venue by car
R. Teixeira Lopes 114,
4400-320 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Phone: +351 22 766 8000
E-mail: [email protected]
https://www.hilton.com/en/
The Yeatman Hotel
5*, 15 min. from the venue by car
Rua do Choupelo,
4400-088 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Phone: +351 220 133 100
E-mail: [email protected]
The Rebello Hotel & Spa
5*, 17 min. from the venue by car
Cais de Gaia 380,
4400-245 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Phone: +351 22 002 8940
E-mail: [email protected]
https://www.therebello.com/