First national programme in Uzbekistan on early detection of colorectal cancer

For the first time in Uzbekistan, a national programme on early detection of colorectal cancer has begun. The Association of Oncologists of Uzbekistan, the Republican Specialized Scientific and Practical Medical Center of Oncology and Radiology and the Gustave Roussy International Uzbekistan medical center are holding an international educational programme devoted to early detection of colorectal cancer.

The programme includes hands-on colonoscopy skills classes, scientific seminars and clinical discussions with leading specialists from the USA, the UK and Uzbekistan.

International team of experts

• Anne Liu
• Pranay Sinha
• Davis Harnett
• Nilufar Qahorova
• Jacob Dockterman
• Selvin Marroquin

Goal

The main goal is to increase the effectiveness of early detection of colorectal cancer, introduce modern colonoscopy techniques into practice and improve specialists' professional skills.

Special attention in the classes

• modern colonoscopy technique
• high-quality, complete examination of the large intestine
• detection of polyps and early neoplastic changes
• assessment of suspicious lesions
• improving the quality of endoscopic examination
• discussion of complex clinical cases with international experts

Participants have the opportunity to become familiar with modern international approaches, exchange experience directly with foreign experts, and gain new knowledge and skills needed in daily clinical practice.

Dates and venues

• 5–6 October, Tashkent: Republican Specialized Scientific and Practical Medical Center of Oncology and Radiology, Gustave Roussy International Uzbekistan medical center
• 8–9 October, Andijan

Who is invited

• endoscopists
• coloproctologists
• oncologists
• gastroenterologists
• surgeons
• pathomorphologists
• other specialists involved in the diagnosis and treatment of colorectal diseases

Partner organizations

• Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
• Brigham and Women's Hospital

Colonoscopy is an important tool for early detection of colorectal cancer. Modern technologies, practical skills and international experience are an important step toward effective prevention and timely diagnosis.