HANDS ON LEARNING IN CATH LAB, SONO LAB and OT FOR INTERVENTIONAL VASCULAR ACCESS PROCEDURES

The hands-on workshop is intended for those with no or limited experience or those wishing to refresh or improve their knowledge in the workshop topics. It gives an opportunity to gain familiarity with the most commonly used techniques and devices for 4 topics: hemodialysis tunneled catheter placement, preoperative ultrasonography mapping, CAPD Catheter Insertion & endovascular interventions. Participants will learn how to use the appropriate devices. In addition, there will be the opportunity to bring their knowledge up to date, improve their skills and gain insightful advice from expert users.

Learning objectives

 To understand the principles of the procedures

•   To achieve a standardized technique in a step-by step fashion
•   To become familiar with devices and their handling
•   To discuss technical problems with experts
•   To learn technical tips and tricks
•   To understand how to avoid or minimize the most commonly encountered complications