On 18 Apr 2023

We are pleased to announce a wide range of research activities at the Vilnius conference, with six sessions in the agenda and more opportunities than ever to get involved. Our international network of active researchers is one of the key attributes of ESCP. As such, we invite members to submit ideas or expressions of interest to present in their work in the following sessions: 1) International Trials Results Session Wednesday 27 September 2023 In this headline plenary session we will present and discuss breaking results of major multicentre trials which will impact colorectal surgery on an international level. If you are involved in a trial which will be completed, analysed and ready to present its full results in September, please email James Keatley, ESCP Research Manager (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. document.getElementById('cloakfec5b2c65120f75f43186154a61bc841').innerHTML = ''; var prefix = 'ma' + 'il' + 'to'; var path = 'hr' + 'ef' + '='; var addyfec5b2c65120f75f43186154a61bc841 = 'j.keatley' + '@'; addyfec5b2c65120f75f43186154a61bc841 = addyfec5b2c65120f75f43186154a61bc841 + 'bham' + '.' + 'ac' + '.' + 'uk'; var addy_textfec5b2c65120f75f43186154a61bc841 = 'j.keatley' + '@' + 'bham' + '.' + 'ac' + '.' + 'uk';document.getElementById('cloakfec5b2c65120f75f43186154a61bc841').innerHTML += ''+addy_textfec5b2c65120f75f43186154a61bc841+''; ) with details of the trial, the presenter and a short paragraph on its importance by Friday 16 June 2023. The research committee meet to will review all submissions and pick the best 4 for presentation and expert critique/audience discussion during the session. 2) New Trials Forum Thursday 28 September This popular session will again include the presentation of several new research projects from across the ESCP membership, including panel feedback and audience discussion. Studies presented can be in any area of colorectal surgery but must be prospective and involve multiple centres. They can be of any format including randomised trials and large-scale observational projects, and do not need to have started recruitment at the time of presentation in September. Projects should be open to potential new centres to get involved (nationally or internationally) and at a stage where the discussions and feedback can be incorporated into improving the project. Please submit ideas for this session via the usual abstract submission portal, selecting the ‘New Trials Research’ option. Deadline is the same as main abstracts: Thursday 25 May 2023. 3) Research Ideas Workshop Friday 29 September 2023 This is a completely new session for Vilnius. ESCP members have often asked for an informal opportunity to discuss a fledgling research idea and obtain advice on how to convert it into a successful study or trial. This may include guidance and input into research design, methodology, outcome measures, deliverability or routes to multicentre engagement. We have assembled a team of experienced surgical trialists, methodologists and patient representatives to provide friendly input and counsel during this relaxed session. If you have an idea for a project, no matter how early in its development, please email James Keatley, ESCP Research Manager (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. document.getElementById('cloak3d63b29b7588f1c8e171642582a0a54b').innerHTML = ''; var prefix = 'ma' + 'il' + 'to'; var path = 'hr' + 'ef' + '='; var addy3d63b29b7588f1c8e171642582a0a54b = 'j.keatley' + '@'; addy3d63b29b7588f1c8e171642582a0a54b = addy3d63b29b7588f1c8e171642582a0a54b + 'bham' + '.' + 'ac' + '.' + 'uk'; var addy_text3d63b29b7588f1c8e171642582a0a54b = 'j.keatley' + '@' + 'bham' + '.' + 'ac' + '.' + 'uk';document.getElementById('cloak3d63b29b7588f1c8e171642582a0a54b').innerHTML += ''+addy_text3d63b29b7588f1c8e171642582a0a54b+''; ) to ask for an 8 minute slot during this session, on a first come first served basis. The session will be open to the wider conference audience if they want to observe, but presented in a 'round table' format, without slides. Thomas Pinkney, Chair of ESCP Research CommitteeJames Keatley, ESCP Research Manager

On 23 Sep 2022

ESCP’s 18th Scientific and Annual Conference took place at LITEXPO in Vilnius, Lithuania, from 27-29 September 2023.   View the online programme here The ESCP President's 2023 Welcome Message Dear Colleagues, Members of the ESCP It is a great honour and pleasure as President of the ESCP to invite you to our Society’s annual conference. Last year we met in Dublin, Ireland, from 21 - 23rd September. We all enjoyed the values and joy of an in-person meeting after too long a period of necessary virtual meetings. It was a success, we received a lot of positive comments, and some areas of improvement, which we really appreciate and have tried to implement in Vilnius. The various committees of the Society, including the Programme, Education, Research, Guidelines, Communications, Membership, and Global Reach committees, in collaboration with our dedicated supporting team, have made significant contributions towards organizing a stimulating and enlightening event in Vilnius. This event encompasses a broad spectrum of topics, showcases the most recent advancements in the field of Coloproctology, and aims to engage a diverse audience. We firmly believe that this occasion will present yet another exceptional opportunity for individuals to convene, foster face-to-face interactions, exchange ideas, derive knowledge from scientific and educational content, and partake in enjoyable social activities alongside their esteemed peers and colleagues. Please rest assured that every possible measure will be taken to ensure the safety and well-being of all participants throughout the duration of the meeting. For individuals unable to attend the conference in person, provisions have been made to deliver a virtual component through the ESCP platforms. We eagerly anticipate extending our warm welcome to you at the 18th Annual Meeting of our esteemed Society. We earnestly seek the invaluable contributions and active participation of all our members and attendees at our Annual Meeting. Your involvement will undeniably contribute to the sustained success of one of the world's leading Societies in the field of Coloproctology. Eloy Espin Basany, President of ESCP