Pelvic Floor Disfunctions Management Course
Learning Objectives:
- By the end of this module, participants will be able to:
- Understand the pathophysiology and classification of pelvic floor dysfunction
- Evaluate indications for reconstructive pelvic surgery
- Compare conventional and innovative surgical techniques
- Explain the principles of Neocollagenic paradigm in pelvic floor reconstruction
- Perform step-by-step planning for transvaginal reconstructive procedures
- Identify appropriate use of new-generation surgical instruments and technologies
- Recognize complications, prevention strategies, and postoperative management protocols Surprise add on:
Course fees: AED 2500+ VAT 5%
Course Structure
The course is structured in modules
- learners can choose which module to follow in relation to their learning needs.
- For each module there will be an in-depth study of general anatomy and specific anatomy
- the main surgical techniques will be studied regarding the focus of the module.
Target Audience
• Gynecologic surgeons
• Urogynecologists
• Colorectal surgeons
• Female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery specialists
• Obstetricians and gynecologists with interest in pelvic floor disorders
• Minimally invasive gynecologic surgeons
• Cosmetic and regenerative gynecology practitioners
• Pelvic floor rehabilitation specialists interested in multidisciplinary management
Why a female Pelvic floor disfunctions management course
Pelvic organs prolapse (POP) is a prevalent condition affecting approximately 50% of aged women in the world.
- Most Pelvic Floor Disorders are self-managed or not treated.
- This approach suggests that an incidence of the pathology is underestimate
- 50% of women seeking appropriate cares undergo several diagnostic and therapeutic pathways.
- An average of 3 or more different specialists is involved in these pathways following a negative therapeutic response.
- The timing to assess a correct diagnosis ranging between three and five years
- Surgical treatments for incorrect diagnosis or improper execution determine up to 30% a comparable or even worsening situation compared to the period before the surgery and need for a new surgery procedure.
These highlights suggest that a multidisciplinary approach, high skills of surgeons, knowledge of new materials are mandatory to ensure a correct initial assessment and successful therapy.
Educational Format:
• Didactic lectures
• Video-based surgical demonstrations
• Case discussions
• Expert panel interaction
• Evidence and literature review
• Cadaver lab
Faculty:
Dr. Alessandro D’Afiero,
Italian Urogynecologist
