CSI AMERICA 2023
ANIMAL training WorkshopS

In this unique learning experience, attendees will gain invaluable hands-on experience with cardiac catheterization and interventional techniques, as well as expert instruction from renowned faculty.

 

TOPICS

  • CONGENITAL INTERVENTIONS
  • ICE (2D and 3D)
  • Transseptal puncture
  • ASD closure
  • PFO closure
  • Device retrieval
  • svASD closure
  • Pulmonary valve implantation
  • Branch pulmonary and COA stenting
  • STRUCTURAL AND VALVAR INTERVENTIONS
  • ICE (2D and 3D)
  • Transseptal puncture
  • PFO closure
  • ASD closure
  • LAA closure
  • Embolized device retrieval
  • TAVI

REGISTRATION

Registration for the Animal training workshop is now open.

Seats are filling up quickly, so be sure to register as soon as possible to secure your place!

REGISTER

aNIMAL LAB TRAINING WORKSHOP TICKET  
Price per workshop $ 400

Please note: CSI Foundation is able to offer a limited number of sponsored scholarships for doctors in the early-career stage and fellows for participating in the animal lab training. If you are interested, please submit a letter of application together with a letter of recommendation from your hospital/institution and your CV to Dajana Kubat d.kubat@cme4u.org by 23rd October. CSI Foundation will review the applications and provide confirmation by 25th October.

Please note: These workshops are only available to registered attendees of CSI America.

Dates and times will be confirmed by email after registration.

 

  • Learning objectives

    Physicians often lack opportunities to learn and practice techniques in a realistic and controlled environment. While simulators and other training methods can be useful, they cannot fully replicate the complexities of performing procedures on a live patient. Live animal training is a valuable tool in education and training of interventional cardiologists and the delivery of high-quality patient care.

    The LIVE ANIMAL TRAINING WORKSHOPS will be ideal for all interventionalists, imaging physicians and allied staff who work in the catheterization or hybrid laboratory; whether they are involved with a new program (recent graduates) or are part of an established program (experienced interventionalists). It will be a perfect venue for interactive learning that will range from simple procedures to complications.

    Participants will be grouped based on their level of experience and learning objectives and will be briefed on the procedural plan for the live animal training experience in an online meeting in advance of the conference. CSI will collaborate with the AdventHealth Nicholson Center – a highly specialized research facility with extensive expertise in organizing animal training sessions. 

  • Workshop structure

    We plan to run 4 workshops during CSI America of approximately 3.5 - 4 hours duration each. Seats are filling up quickly, so be sure to register as soon as possible to secure your place!

    One week prior to the conference, registered workshop participants will have the opportunity to participate in an online course to discuss the training protocol and planned procedures. This way, the training program can be tailored to each participant's individual needs, allowing for more effective learning. Furthermore, the live interaction with the instructor allows for real-time feedback on any questions and enables a more interactive learning experience.

  • Preliminary procedure outline

    CONGENITAL INTERVENTIONS:

    • Handling of ICE (2D and 3D)
    • Transseptal puncture under ICE guidance including use of different sheaths and handling of newer sheaths
    • Creation of atrial level communication, use of compliant balloon to make the defect bigger
    • ­Closure of atrial level communication with different PFO or ASD devices
    • Retrieval of released devices with the help of snare and other techniques
    • Stenting the superior vena cava to mimic svASD closure
    • Stent placement in the aorta to simulate branch pulmonary and COA stenting (time permitting)
    • Placement of stents in the RVOT and placement of valve in the stented RVOT
    • Step by step percutaneous pulmonary valve placement

    We are continuously developing the program. Program is subject to change. (Version: 01.06.2023)

    STRUCTURAL AND VALVAR INTERVENTIONS:

    • Handling of ICE (2D and 3D)
    • Transseptal puncture under ICE guidance including the use of different sheaths and handling of newer sheaths
    • Creation of atrial level communication, use of a compliant balloon to make the defect bigger
    • LAA closure with different devices
    • Retrieval of released devices with the help of snare and other techniques
    • Closure of atrial level communication with different PFO devices
    • Retrieval of released devices with the help of snare and other techniques
    • Delivery and deployment of TAVI valves
    • Retrieval of balloon expandable valve into the descending aorta

    We are continuously developing the program. Program is subject to change. (Version: 01.06.2023)

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