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ESU-ESOU masterclass: "Inspiring, engaging and familial" Essentials on NMIBC strategies, technologies, and techniques By Erika De Groot Through the collaborative efforts of the European School of Urology (ESU) and the EAU Section of Oncological Urology (ESOU), the third edition of the ESU-ESOU Masterclass on Non-MuscleInvasive Bladder Cancer commenced in Prague, Czech Republic from 20 to 21 February 2020. The masterclass delivered essentials and vital updates on NMIBC management; from diagnostic and therapeutic strategies, emerging technologies, modern techniques to patient stratification.
in my clinical practice. Also the discussions on interesting cases will facilitate the way of resolving some similar clinical cases that occur at my institution.” According to Drs. De Vries, Pascual Fernandez, and Saed stated that their expectations, too, were met. Dr. De Vries said, “The masterclass was very inspiring. I enjoyed almost everything, from the live surgeries, presentations, difficult cases to the caveats in the knowledge on NMIBC.” “There was also a sense of familial feeling during the masterclass,” added Dr. Pascual Fernandez.
In this article, four enthusiastic delegates Drs. Remco De Vries, Angela Pascual Fernandez, Mohamed Saed and Ivo Vujicic share their reasons for joining the masterclass, what they hope to bring to their clinical practice, and their personal highlights. Two of the renowned faculty members Dr. Antonín Brisuda and Prof. Dr. Fredrik Liedberg spoke about their overall impressions of the masterclass.
Masterclass experiences “My colleague who previously attended this masterclass suggested that I participate this year. So I applied to exchange knowledge with other urologists, and learn more about NMIBC diagnosis and treatment. I was especially interested in the modern techniques of en bloc resection of a bladder wall tumour. I hope to use the information I received on the management of patients with BCG (Bacillus Meeting expectations Calmette-Guerin) failure and management of TURBT When asked if the masterclass met his expectations, (transurethral resection of bladder tumour) Dr. Vujicic said that he learned a great deal about the complications in my clinical practice, as well as, current perspectives on tumour classification and the facilitate the implementation of the procedures main indications of radical cystectomy. “These will improve the treatment of patients with bladder tumours demonstrated during the live surgeries,” shared Dr. Vujicic.
To Dr. Pascual Fernandez , the goal was to receive vital updates and techniques to benefit her daily clinical practice. “My favourite parts of the masterclass was learning about the tips and tricks on en bloc resection and obturator nerve block.” Rewarding and memorable moments “What I appreciated in particular was the overall significant interest in the course. I didn’t observe any negative feedback from the delegates’ side. In the post-course assessment, there were only four- or five-point marks, five being the highest rating one could possible give,” shared Dr. Brisuda. He added, “The broad interactivity with and among the delegates was also noteworthy. There were numerous discussions, a lot of questions were asked, and notes were taken right away. The deliberations did not strictly stick to the topic at hand, which gave the masterclass an easy-going, warm and friendly atmosphere overall. Also during the moments of waiting for the streaming of the live surgeries were filled with interactive discussions on different topics and problems, which actually kept the masterclass from adhering to the schedule.” To Prof. Liedberg, interaction with fellow faculty members and the delegates during the masterclass
Dr. De Vries stated, “I joined the masterclass to check if my NMIBC knowledge was still up-to-date. I wanted to learn about the latest developments on NMIBC diagnosis and treatment from the experts. Also, it is important to know more about the correct staging and the new techniques involved with that.”
Masterclass offers essentials in NMIBC management
was always a rewarding, knowledge-sharing opportunity. “The masterclass-setting with its semi-live/live-surgeries, the interactive casediscussions, and the insightful lectures stimulated engagement and brainstorming.” Pursuing other ESU masterclasses Dr. De Vries shared that he might attend the ESU-ESUT Masterclass on Operative Management of Benign Prostatic Obstruction and ESU-ESUT Masterclass on Urolithiasis. Dr. Saed expressed he also hopes to join the BPO masterclass. Due to his interests in stone surgery, Dr. Vujicic said he aims to participate in the urolithiasis masterclass as well. Dr. Pascual Fernandez is contemplating on taking the ESU-ESUT-ESUI Masterclass on Focal Therapy for Localised Prostate Cancer.
Easy-going atmosphere at the masterclass
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ESU-ESOU Masterclass on Non-Muscle-Invasive Bladder Cancer
ESU-ESOU Masterclass on Muscle-Invasive Bladder Cancer
4-5 February 2021, Prague, Czech Republic
8-9 April 2021, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Dr. Saed applied for the masterclass to update his knowledge in bladder-cancer management as well. He said, “The masterclass made an impact on me and showed me possible treatments in the future.”
Faculty members (L – R) Profs. L. Lusuardi, M. Roupret, F. Witjes, J. Palou, M. Babjuk, A. Breda, B. Malavaud and F. Liedberg
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March/May 2020