
This year’s meeting will feature keynotes from distinguished surgeons, cutting-edge research sessions and opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration in an inspiring setting.

This webinar 'Improving abdominal emergency surgical care through global research' explored research initiatives - Sigmoid volvus, LATAM-Global and ALLIGATOR.

This webinar brought together expert colorectal surgeons and patient advocates to discuss current management strategies, decision support tools, and the patient perspective.

Easily understandable, reliable information about colorectal diseases and procedures developed by Y-ESCP. All guides have a shorter leaflet version that you can view or download and print out.

20 years ago two societies came together to form a new force in colorectal science - one rooted in collaboration, education, and shared ambition.

The ColoRobotica Training Pathway is open to new applicants! This is a unique opportunity tailored for colorectal surgeons and trainees.

From basic skills to fine art - Colorectal Robotic Surgery Webinar Series 1-4 are available to playback in your own time. Plus Series 5 Part 1.
The European Society of Coloproctology (ESCP) will be the professional organisation in Europe for the prevention, treatment, education and research into colorectal disease.

ESCP is a supportive member-led society with a high profile annual conference and excellent networking opportunities. We provide high quality, multi-disciplinary clinical training at regional locations and online, together with international fellowship opportunities. Our cohort studies are groundbreaking, and we collaborate to produce high quality international guidelines.
The Cryptoglandular Anal Fistula Core Outcome Measurement Set (AFCOMS) has been published in eClinicalMedicine!
The EAGLE collaborative is happy to share that their latest study has been published in Impact Surgery, 'Safety of robotic right hemicolectomy: a pooled...
ESCP offered three fellowships for 2025-2026. Fellows report here on their experiences.
📢 Prague 2026 — Registration now open Register today for ESCP’s 21st Scientific Meeting in Prague 🇨🇿 Early bird registration rates are now available. 📅 23–25 September 2026 📍 Prague Congress Centre Together, we’re ShapingTheNext20Years. 🔗 Register here 👉 https://t.co/7LJjv5JF5o
📢 Abstract submissions are open for ESCP26 Submit your research to ESCP’s 21st Scientific Meeting in Prague 🇨🇿 and showcase your work on a global stage 🌍 🔬 Accepted abstracts will be published in Colorectal Disease 🎓 Contribute to an innovative and diverse scientific https://t.co/rYY3bOZ1iV
ESCPGuidelinesCommitteeMonth Post-polypectomy surveillance is essential for effective colorectal cancer prevention. Appropriate risk stratification and follow-up after polyp removal can reduce cancer incidence while avoiding unnecessary procedures. The joint @ESCP_Society / https://t.co/Zh17muPpC2
ESCPGuidelinesCommitteeMonth Anal pruritus is a frequent yet often underestimated condition that can significantly affect patients’ quality of life. Its evaluation and management remain variable, highlighting the importance of clear, evidence-based guidance. The new https://t.co/n3qpeCnVDw
📽️ ESCP’s President Miguel Pera welcomes you to the 21st Annual Meeting in Prague 🇨🇿 23–25 Sept 2026. Join the global colorectal community in Prague for three days of science, collaboration and innovation. 🎟 ESCP26 Registration is now open — secure early bird rates today https://t.co/XD1ZAoSBg7
📘 Guidelines turn evidence into everyday care. They support safer decisions, consistent standards & better outcomes in coloproctology. They don’t replace clinical judgement — they strengthen it. Advancing evidence-based practice remains central to ESCP’s mission. ESCP https://t.co/ky9ibh3NzH

Impact of hyperbaric oxygen therapy on complex perineal fistula healing - Awwab F. Hammad, Metincan Erkaya, Tracy L. Hull, Crina Floruta, Anna R. Spivak, Arielle Kanters, Leonardo C. Duraes, Michael A. Valente, Stefan D. Holubar, Scott R. Steele, David Liska, Olga Lavryk
Endoscopic management of a post-ESD stricture in a complex rectal lesion: a video vignette - Mustafa Oruc, Metincan Erkaya, Florentina Dermuth, Emre Gorgun
To read other new articles relevant to colorectal pathology, log in and select 'Read Colorectal Disease Journal online' on your profile page, or become a member.
The significance of MRI-detected lateral lymph node metastasis in rectal cancer on local recurrence and survival: a nationwide cohort study - Erik Agger, Cecilia Dahlbäck, Cedric Delorme, Pamela Buchwald
The journal of Colorectal Disease publishes original research in all disciplines relating to colorectal pathology. Find out more >
Series 05 kicked off with Challenging Low Anterior Resection on 28 November and is now available for playback.
You'll find all Robotic Surgery Webinar Series replays here >
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