Join: Zoran Rancic, Konstantinos Donas and Michel Reijnen   Objective:  This web-based course is designed for physicians with moderate to advanced experience in the endovascular treatment of juxtarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm with the Chimney technique (ChEVAR). It aims to provide a practical and structured approach to patient-selection, procedural steps and material needs to perform a standardised ChEVAR procedure. The small number of participants will allow for discussions between the faculty and attendees about this technique. After the event, participants will be able to: Explain the role of ChEVAR in the treatment of AAA-patients with Hostile Neck anatomies Classify patients best suitable for the ChEVAR technique Identify specifics in the planning for a ChEVAR procedure Describe needed material for performing a ChEVAR intervention Discuss procedural steps for performing ChEVAR Memorize and discuss current clinical outcomes for ChEVAR Programme: The Sealing zone concept  - Where does ChEVAR fit within other treatment-options for challenging aortic anatomies Evolution of ChEVAR to EnChEVAR Indications and selection criteria  IFU Case review to emphasise selection criteria How to achieve good outcomes Clinical considerations/recommendations Participant qualifications: The course is designed for a moderate to advanced  level of knowledge. Certification: CME accreditation is not being sought for this course. Registration and […]

The Academy introduces: Viva Voce practice for the FEBVS exam You will be in the experienced hands of: David Lewis; Sanna Kouhia and Eline van Hattum.  Objective: Small group viva voce exam practice, covering FEBVS curriculum topics on vascular disease. The viva voce practice will follow the format of Case Based Discussion with PowerPoint slides to focus questions and answers.The session is mapped to the FEBVS curriculum and covers a wide range of vascular conditions. Clinical presentation, pathology, investigation including imaging and treatment options will be covered during the session. Participants will be split into groups with one member of Faculty for each group. Each participant will be asked to manage a clinical scenario for a minimum of 10 minutes under simulated (online) exam conditions whilst the other members of the group observe the discussion. Timings need to be strictly adhered to and will accommodate the number of candidates in each session. The timing of the session will allow for some feedback from the convenors on your performance as well as the chance for candidates to ask any questions. On completion of the course, as well as assimilating knowledge of lower limb, carotid, aortic and venous conditions, candidates will have a high level […]