Facilitator: Dr A Barnard
International Faculty: Dr Bart de Vree (in person), Prof Bettocchi (live from Italy)
Local Faculty: Dr Gerhard Hanekom, Dr Sulaiman Heylen, Dr Lawrence Gobetz, Dr Saleema Nosarka
| Registration Category | Workshop Fee |
| SASOG Member Specialist | R2500.00 |
| Non Member Specialist | R3125.00 |
| Registrars, GP’s & Pensioners | R2250.00 |
This advanced session focuses on developing proficiency in operative hysteroscopy for clinicians already performing basic procedures. It will address key surgical techniques including myomectomy, adhesiolysis, septal resection, and endometrial ablation, alongside an overview of advanced equipment and fluid management. Emphasis is placed on procedural planning, intraoperative decision-making, and complication avoidance. Through hands-on training using tissue models and contemporary operative platforms, delegates will refine technical skills and gain exposure to a range of therapeutic approaches. The session aims to support the transition from basic operative capability to confident, safe advanced practice.
| Time | Session |
| 12:00 – 12:15 | Welcome & Overview of Advanced Hysteroscopy |
| 12:15 – 12:30 | Case Selection & Operative Approaches to Myomectomy |
| 12:30 – 12:45 | Fluid Management in Advanced Hysteroscopy |
| 12:45 – 13:00 | Hysteroscopic Myomectomy with Scissors |
| 13:00 – 13:15 | Hysteroscopic Myomectomy using Tissue Removal Systems |
| 13:15 – 13:30 | Advanced Techniques using Tissue Removal Systems |
| 13:30 – 13:45 | Hysteroscopic Myomectomy with the Resectoscope |
| 13:45 – 14:00 | Advanced Resectoscopic Techniques |
| 14:00 – 14:15 | Tea Break |
| 14:15 – 14:30 | Managing Intraoperative Challenges: Bleeding & Visualisation |
| 14:30 – 14:45 | Prevention of Intrauterine Adhesions |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | Adhesions & Asherman Syndrome: Diagnosis and Classification |
| 15:00 – 15:15 | Operative Management of Adhesions & Asherman Syndrome |
| 15:15 – 15:30 | Septal Resection |
| 15:30 – 15:45 | Endometrial Ablation: Advanced Techniques & Patient Selection |
| 15:45 – 16:00 | Pain Management & Anaesthetic Considerations in Operative Hysteroscopy |