Meet the speakers at ESCP Virtually Vilnius 2020

On 29 Jun 2020

Click on the dates for videos and session details for each day of the programme. DateActivity Monday 21 September Welcome and President's Address Hot Topics Core subject update for EBSQ Coloproctology examination: The new guidelines on diverticulitis Gender influences on colorectal cancer treatment Anatomy of the pelvic nerves Preserving sexual function in rectal cancer treatment options Pelvic floor/vaginal reconstruction after abdominoperineal excision Gender-related differences in immune responses and oncological outcomes Preservation of fertility options, surgical considerations ('Cryo Preservation + Best Practice') Standardised trainee video: Continent Kock pouch Standardised trainee video: Robotic sigmoidectomy Abstract presentations Inflammatory Bowel Disease Core subject update for EBSQ Coloproctology examination: Perianal Crohn's disease MASC trial Ileocolic resection for Crohn's disease: giving the gastroenterologist a fresh start How can the surgeon change the natural course of IBD? IRA, pouch or Kock's pouch for UC Standardised trainee video: Transanal advancement flap Abstract presentations Tuesday 22 September Global Reach of ESCP & Related Research Meeting the COVID challenges Report from: China Report from: Hong Kong Report from: Italy COVID-SURG trial Training around the globe The future of proctoring Books? Video? E-learning? Virtual Conferences? 3D imaging and printing for planning operations  Abstract presentations Faecal Incontinence Core subject update for EBSQ Coloproctology examination: Faecal incontinence Preoperative work-up: how to interpret the results Anal pathophysiology: beyond the sphincter Traumatic sphincter injury: repair now or later Minimally invasive and novel surgical therapies  Standardised trainee video: Sacral nerve modulation Standardised trainee video: Anoplasty for anal stricture Abstract presentation Wednesday 23 September Educational programme for trainees Protective ileostomy only in selected cases Anal fistula: options Haemorrhoidectomy: the traditional way Rectal prolapse: what to do? Fellowships and EBSQ Examination in Coloproctology Abstract presentations Colorectal Cancer Microsatellite instability for Colorectal Surgeons Cancer risk and surgical considerations in Lynch Syndrome Do we need more or less chemotherapy for colon cancer? 'Quality' D2 versus D3 lymphadenectomy in colorectal cancer Short-course RT for rectal cancer - a step towards TNT? Risk assessment of lateral lymph nodes and therapeutic implications in rectal cancer Cytoreduction with or without HIPEC for peritoneal carcinomatosis Standardised trainee video: Open low anterior resection Abstract presentations Congress Language The official language of the meeting is English. There will be no facilities for simultaneous interpretation.

On 29 Jun 2020

Over 3,000 delegates from 75 different countries worldwide attended the European Society of Coloproctology’s (ESCP) 15th annual Scientific Meeting from 21-23 September. Members can still view Virtually Vilnius webinars. Login to Virtually Vilnius here >For more information about Virtually Vilnius 2020, please click here >

On 1 Apr 2020

Will the 2020 conference be rescheduled? Unfortunately not. We cannot guarantee that the reasons for cancelling Vilnius will have abated by later in the year. Furthermore, there are limited venues and times that suit a meeting of ESCP’s size and finding one on such short notice (ESCP typically book 3-years in advance) would be problematic. What about the 2021 Conference? Our 2021 meeting will be held online 22-24 September. Stay tuned to our website and social media for updates about the meeting, abstract submission, registration and much more. What if I have booked travel and/or a hotel? Unfortunately ESCP are unable to refund any independently booked travel and/or accommodation. If you were in receipt of a grant/bursary to attend and need any further documentation pertaining to the cancellation of ESCP Vilnius, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. document.getElementById('cloakb367859f61c02a19b41624eb3247931d').innerHTML = ''; var prefix = 'ma' + 'il' + 'to'; var path = 'hr' + 'ef' + '='; var addyb367859f61c02a19b41624eb3247931d = 'info' + '@'; addyb367859f61c02a19b41624eb3247931d = addyb367859f61c02a19b41624eb3247931d + 'escp' + '.' + 'eu' + '.' + 'com'; var addy_textb367859f61c02a19b41624eb3247931d = 'info' + '@' + 'escp' + '.' + 'eu' + '.' + 'com';document.getElementById('cloakb367859f61c02a19b41624eb3247931d').innerHTML += ''+addy_textb367859f61c02a19b41624eb3247931d+''; . Similarly, if you need a personalised notice of cancellation for Visa purposes, please contact us. Will there be any alternative educational content available to members this year? We appreciate that Vilnius would have offered the chance for our delegates, particularly those in training, to enhance their knowledge of all things colorectal. We will be looking to add some quality content to our Resource Library in the coming months which we hope will be of use. What about the AGM? We are currently exploring the best methods of delivering our AGM and this is likely to take place in a virtual environment. Instructions and agenda will be issued in advance as usual, and members will of course have the opportunity to submit their input.  If you have any further questions please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. document.getElementById('cloak8c377a057d708685440b622b43521a11').innerHTML = ''; var prefix = 'ma' + 'il' + 'to'; var path = 'hr' + 'ef' + '='; var addy8c377a057d708685440b622b43521a11 = 'info' + '@'; addy8c377a057d708685440b622b43521a11 = addy8c377a057d708685440b622b43521a11 + 'escp' + '.' + 'eu' + '.' + 'com'; var addy_text8c377a057d708685440b622b43521a11 = 'info' + '@' + 'escp' + '.' + 'eu' + '.' + 'com';document.getElementById('cloak8c377a057d708685440b622b43521a11').innerHTML += ''+addy_text8c377a057d708685440b622b43521a11+'';

On 23 Sep 2019

Given the increasingly devastating impact of the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic across the globe, the European Society of Coloproctology (ESCP) has decided that it is no longer plausible to move forward with its 15th Scientific & Annual Meeting in Vilnius, which had been scheduled for September 23-25 this year. Please be advised that the ESCP 2020 meeting has now sadly been cancelled. It is imperative that we put the health, safety and overall wellbeing of our members, attendees, patients and loved ones above all else at this challenging time. As a collective of medical professionals, we have a serious responsibility to model social distancing effectively, to follow official guidance and not contribute to the spread of the virus through bringing together a mass gathering of this scale. We have been monitoring the developing situation very closely and appreciate that travel restrictions are likely to be held in place and that critical patient care is now crucial in our communities - something that will rightly consume our work and concentration in the coming months. ESCP Secretary, Gabriela Möslein, adds: “You can imagine how difficult it has been to make this decision and disappoint our members, sponsors and committees after so much time and effort invested. However, not having a face-to-face meeting does not necessarily mean the cancellation of our agenda – ESCP is swiftly adapting. “Our website, for example, is being updated daily with informative contributions on the most relevant surgical topics related to the pandemic. We have webinars, too, and are leading tweetchats and online surveys to keep us all connected and learning from one another’s experiences. Working together, our bright organisation will rise to these challenging circumstances through collaboration, education and shared guidance. “ESCP takes pride in the strong involvement of young and passionate surgeons, who are already developing the topics originally planned for the conference into virtual resources. We will consider the opportunities for masterclasses in due time. Our focus, just now, is to first serve our patients at this time when our profession is most needed. “We appreciate your support in this difficult decision and look forward to staying in touch as much as possible ahead of Barcelona in September 2021. We look forward to seeing you all then and will be in touch with further updates in due course.” Please click here for some FAQ’s regarding the meeting cancellation. In the meantime, please do reach out via This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. document.getElementById('cloak9fdea3561ec3cf98b51a097c01509c97').innerHTML = ''; var prefix = 'ma' + 'il' + 'to'; var path = 'hr' + 'ef' + '='; var addy9fdea3561ec3cf98b51a097c01509c97 = 'info' + '@'; addy9fdea3561ec3cf98b51a097c01509c97 = addy9fdea3561ec3cf98b51a097c01509c97 + 'escp' + '.' + 'eu' + '.' + 'com'; var addy_text9fdea3561ec3cf98b51a097c01509c97 = 'info' + '@' + 'escp' + '.' + 'eu' + '.' + 'com';document.getElementById('cloak9fdea3561ec3cf98b51a097c01509c97').innerHTML += ''+addy_text9fdea3561ec3cf98b51a097c01509c97+''; with any questions you may have. Thank you for your patience and understanding and please stay safe. Sincerely, Willem Bemelman, ESCP PresidentGabriela Möslein, ESCP Secretaryon behalf of the ESCP Executive Board