Lymphatic microsurgery courses
This specialized course focuses on equipping plastic surgery residents and specialists from around the world with essential skills in lymphatic microsurgery. Its primary objective is to provide comprehensive training in specific technical techniques related to lymphatic microsurgery, as well as the examination of lymphatics before and during surgery. Mastering lymphatic microsurgery is crucial for achieving success in treating lymphedema. The course covers a range of challenging aspects, including intraoperative identification of lymph vessels, performing lymphovenous anastomoses, and harvesting vascularized lymph nodes for future use as free tissue transfer in the same patient. To acquire these intricate skills, participants will engage in hands-on laboratory sessions using experimental animal models, followed by further refinement on human tissue. By participating in this course, residents and specialists in plastic surgery will have the opportunity to learn and enhance their proficiency in lymphatic microsurgery, ultimately contributing to improved patient outcomes.