Pre-Congress Courses

ATLS Advanced Trauma Life Support

The ATLS course teaches standardised diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to optimise the initial in-hospital care of severely injured (polytrauma) patients in the shock room.

Contact: ebolierakis@ukaachen.de

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The Emergency Surgery Course® is a joint initiative of the European Society for Trauma & Emergency Surgery (ESTES) and the American Association for the Surgery of Trauma (AAST). ESC® aims to aid surgeons in non-trauma emergency surgery by providing the know-how and the decision-making skills necessary for daily practice. The course consists of theoretical sessions, case scenarios and state of the art videos. The course is especially designed in an interactive format from the beginning till the end.

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ICU Intensive Care for Surgeons

The ESTES ICU course is designed to provide surgeons with the necessary knowledge and skills to treat critically ill patients in high-stress circumstances. Experts in the field will lead interactive sessions and workshops, covering topics such as hemodynamic monitoring and resuscitation, mechanical ventilation and airway management, and management of sepsis and multi-organ failure. Extensive use of case studies aim to improve participants´ decision-making abilities in surgical critical care. Join us to advance your skills and improve your confidence in the intensive care setting!

Course schedule

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Contact: association@estesonline.org

The ESTES Interdisciplinary Pelvic Trauma Course underscores the criticality of collaboration in managing high-energy pelvic trauma cases. These patients frequently present with severe injuries, necessitating intricate decision-making pathways. The primary objective of this course is to highlight the pivotal role of interdisciplinary approaches in treating pelvic trauma patients.

Central to the course curriculum are key focal points including Resuscitation Strategies, Surgical Bleeding Control, Management of Concomitant Injuries, Endovascular Techniques, Soft Tissue Management, Complex Reconstructions, and Strategies of Surgical Reconstruction. By emphasizing these areas, the course aims to equip healthcare professionals with the comprehensive skills and knowledge essential for effective patient care and optimal outcomes in pelvic trauma scenarios.

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The Modular UltraSound ESTES Course (MUSEC) is a state-of -the-art, "hands-on" ultrasound course designed specifically for acute care surgeons and emergency physicians. This highly interactive experience combines.
- Half-day modules packed with practial insights.
- Simulated cases to mirror real-world scenarios.
- Extensive practise on healthy models and phantoms.

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The Polytrauma Course, an interdisciplinary training programme, equips healthcare professionals managing critically injured patients. It covers all phases of polytrauma care, from initial assessment to post-operative recovery and rehabilitation. Participants learn advanced techniques for stabilizing polytrauma patients in emergency settings, including airway management, shock control, and life-saving interventions.

Beyond trauma management, the course delves into intensive care management, focusing on pain control, organ support, and long-term rehabilitation strategies. It emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, showcasing how surgeons, anesthetists, intensivists, rehabilitation specialists, and others work together for optimal care.

Interactive discussions using real-world case studies enhance participants’ decision-making and problem-solving skills. By participating, attendees gain a deeper understanding of polytrauma management, enhance their clinical skills, and join a network dedicated to advancing trauma care.

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This TDSC® course focuses on the characteristics and specific challenges of terrorist incidents involving mass casualty situations (TerrorMANV), in-hospital triage during highly dynamic scenarios, as well as the surgical treatment principles of Damage Control Surgery (DCS) and Tactical Abbreviated Surgical Care (TASC). In TDSC® courses, we examine in-hospital workflows and processes from both operational and tactical-strategic perspectives.

You will learn decision-making in unfamiliar and complex situations with overwhelmed resources—requiring a change from conventional individualized medical approaches.

Please note that this is a one-day "light" course to bring awareness to the topic and teach the most important dynamics of TDSC®. It does not include a full certifiation.

Unique Characteristics of Terror Incidents
Terror incidents have distinct characteristics and significant differences compared to traditional mass casualty incidents (MANV) or commonly encountered severe injuries (e.g., polytrauma from traffic accidents). These include:

Penetrating injuries, especially from gunshots and explosions
Critical hemorrhages from extremity and body cavity injuries
Complex and dynamic situations, such as second-hit events and unregulated inflows of casualties
High importance of self-protection and a robust hospital alarm and emergency response plan
Essential cooperation with security authorities in crisis centers and at the scene
The unique features of TerrorMANV often necessitate modifications to established processes. While in conventional medical scenarios “the patient determines the care,” in TerrorMANV, “the situation determines the approach and the care.”

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