SCIENTIFIC PROGRAMME


Workshop Programme


Hall/Time Hall 1 Hall 2
13:00 - 17:00 WORKSHOP PROGRAMME  
18:00 - 18:30 OPENING  CEREMONY  
18:30 - 19:00

OPENING SESSION

Artificial Intelligence in Lymphology

Pioneering Lymphology: Historical Contributions of the International Society of Lymphology

 
19:00 - 20:00 Welcome Cocktail
Hall/Time Hall 1 Hall 2
08:00 - 08:30 MEET THE EXPERT SESSION MEET THE EXPERT SESSION
08:30 - 10:00

EXPANDING HORIZONS IN BASIC LYMPHATIC SCIENCE: FROM ANATOMY TO BRAIN AND BEYOND

Anatomy of Lymphatic System

Update on Pathophysiology of Lymphatic System

Exploring The Role of Central Lymphatics in Health and Disease: Implications for Brain Lymphedema

Therapeutic Potentials Targeting Lymphatic Contractile Pathways in Metabolic and Neuromuscular Diseases

The Role of Inflammation in Lymphedema: Pathogenesis and Emerging Therapeutic Opportunities

Lymphatic Super Microsurgery in Azheimer Disease

Supraclavicular Lymphatic Pathway Changes with Upper Extremity Lymphedema Progression

MILESTONES IN LYMPHATIC SURGERY

Ultrasound-Assisted “Lymph Vessel Sparing” Functional Liposuction: the Experience of More Than 1000 patients Treated in 2 Years (20 minutes)

Experience in lymphatic surgery: LVA and Lymph Node Transfer

Advancements in Lymphedema Surgery/Super Microsurgery in Lymphology

Robotic Lymphedema Surgery

Radical reduction and reconstruction (RRR): Modified Charles Procedure for Elephantiasis.

10:00 - 10:30 SATELLITE SYMPOSIUM  
10:30 - 11:00 Coffee Break
11:00 -12:00

LYMPHATIC AND COMBINED MALFORMATIONS

Lymphatic and Combined Malformations, The ISSVA Classification

Lymphatic and Combined Malformations, Drug Therapy

Lymphatic and Combined Malformations, Multimodal Treatment

PEDIATRIC LYMPHEDEMA

Pediatric Cancer Rehabilitation

Assessment of Pediatric Lymphedema: Key Differences from Adult Evaluation

Essential Considerations in Compression Therapy and Compression Garment Prescription in Pediatric Lymphedema: Challenges and Best Practices

The Organization of Pediatric Camps

12:00 - 13:00

VASCERN-ISL JOINT SESSION

Pediatric & Primary Lymphedema: What We Do for The European Patients

Genetics and Diagnosing Concomitant Diseases in Primary Lymphedema

Our Algorithm for Work-up and Treatment

Is Erysipelas a Cause of Secondary or An Indicator of Primary Lymphedema ?

Functional Diagnosing in Primary Lymphedema

REDEFINING SURGICAL SOLUTIONS IN LYMPHEDEMA: FROM MICROSURGERY TO GLOBAL PRACTICE

Is it possible to Restore the Superficial and Deep Lymphatic System with a Single Skin Incision? The concept of Multiple Lymphatic-Venous Anastomosis (MLVA) (20 minutes)

Reconstructive Liposuction of Large Chronic Leg Lymphedemas – Is The Outcome Stable After 20 Years?

The Surgical Treatment of Genital Lymphedema

Establishing Surgical Lymphedema Management in Resource- Limited Countries: Insights From Iraq

Lymphonodulovenous anastomoses as a treatment option for upper extremity lymphedema,

13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
14:00 - 15:30

IMAGING THE INVISIBLE: ADVANCED DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS IN LYMPHEDEMA AND LIPEDEMA CARE

Unlocking the Power of Ultrasound: Advanced Imaging in Lymphedema and Lipedema

Lymphoscintigraphy: When to Perform, How to Conduct, and Essential Precautions

ICG Lymphography: A Game-Changer in Diagnosis and Treatment Management.

Lymphoscintigraphy in Lipedema

MR Lymphangiography: A Cutting Edge Tool for Lymphedema Diagnosis.

LYMPHEDEMA SURGICAL CARE IN 2025: EMERGING TRENDS AND BEST PRACTICES IN TREATMENT

The Enticing Fact of The Benefits of Multiple Vascularized Lymph Node Transfer Versus Classical Surgical Approaches in Lymphedema

The Lymphatic System in Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery: Tips and Tricks to Avoid any Potential Injuries

Reconstructive liposuction of large chronic arm lymphedemas – Is the outcome stable after 25 years?

Long-Term Outcomes of VLNT (Vascularized Lymph Node Transfer) in Lymphedema

15:30 - 16:00 Coffee Break
16:00 - 17:00

COMPLEX LYMPHATIC ANOMALIES (CLAs)

Classification of Complex Lymphatic Anomalies

Interventional Management of Complex Lymphatic Anomalies

Multimodal Management of Complex Lymphatic Anomalies

BREAST CANCER RELATED LYMPHEDEMA (BCRL)

Core Outcome Set for Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema

Managing Scar Tissue After Breast Cancer Surgery and Radiotherapy

The Effect of Myofascial Chain Release Techniques on Shoulder Range of Motion Limitation Following Breast Cancer Surgery

Management and Rehabilitation Strategies of Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN) in Patients with Breast Cancer

Pediatric Lymphedema

Pediatric Cancer Rehabilitation

Assessment of Pediatric Lymphedema: Key Differences from Adult Evaluation

Essential Considerations in Compression Therapy and Compression Garment Prescription in Pediatric Lymphedema: Challenges and Best Practices

The Organization of Pediatric Camps

17:00 - 18:00

ISL-ILA JOINT SESSION
CURRENT CONCEPTS IN LIPEDEMA

Diagnostic Considerations in Lipedema

Therapeutic Options From a Surgical Perspective

Therapeutic Options From a Conservative Perspective.

MULTIDICIPLINARTY APPROACH IN DIFFICUL CASES

The Management of Complicated Lymphedema

Management Strategies for Combined Lymphatic and Venous Malformations

Phlebedema of The Face

Hall/Time Hall 1 Hall 2
08:00 - 08:30 MEET THE EXPERT SESSION MEET THE EXPERT SESSION
08:30 - 09:30

PRIMARY OR SECONDARY? RETHINKING THE ORIGINS, CLASSIFICATION, AND MANAGEMENT OF LYMPHEDEMA

Primary or Secondary Lymphedema - That is the Question!

Sex-Specific Penetrance of Pathogenic Variants in Primary Lymphedema

An Updated Classification of Primary Lymphedema Based on Age of Onset, Lymphatic Anomalies and Genetics and Its Impact on Clinical Treatment

Management of Primary Lymphedema in Childhood: Long-Term Therapeutic Results

SESSION ON PREVENTIVE LYMPHATIC SURGERY

LYMPHA Technique for The Prevention of Secondary Lymphedema: Over 15 Years Clinical Experience

TBA

TBA

Prophylactic LNVA Surgery for Gynecologic Cancer-Related Lower Extremity Lymphedema

Prophylatctic LVA in Extremity Sarcoma

09:30 - 10:30

DECODING PRIMARY LYMPHEDEMA: A MULTIDIMENSIONAL PERSPECTIVE ON GENES AND CLASSIFICATION

Classification in Lymphology

Genotype-Phenotype Correlation in Primary Lymphedema

Novel Genes in Primary Lymphedema

SESSION ON VARIOUS STRATEGIES FOR LYMPHEDEMA SURGERY

10:30 - 11:00 Coffee Break
11:00 -11:30 SATELLITE SYMPOSIUM  
11:30 - 12:30

PRECISION TOOLS IN LYMPHEDEMA ASSESSMENT: ADVANCING DIAGNOSIS THROUGH TECHNOLOGY

Outcome Measures in Lymphedema.

The Clinical Use of 3D Perometer

The Cross Wave Test: Skin Elasticity in Estimating The Efficiency of Treatment

Measuring Lymphedema with Tissue Dielectric Constant (TDC): A Reliable Diagnostic Tool?"

BUILDING A DEDICATED LYMPHEDEMA SURGICAL SERVICE: FROM PLANNING TO PRACTICE

Hybrid Lymphedema Surgery

TBA

Starting Lymphedema Surgery: What Do We Need ?

TBA

The Importance of Community Education in Building Lymphedema Practice

Establishing Lymphedema Reconstructive Surgery in Saudi Arabia: A Collaborative Journey of Education, Experience, and Community Integration

12:30 - 13:30 Lunch
13:30 - 15:00

PREVENTION OF LYMPHEDEMA AND ITS COMPLICATIONS

Prevention of Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema: What Patients and Clinicians Need to Know?

Current evidence for precautions on reducing risk of BCRL

Breast cancer-related lymphedema: What the Evidence Says About Risk Reduction

Infusions on the ipsilateral arm do not impart risk of LE in women treated for breast cancer

Can lymphoedema be a life threatening condition?

ISL-UIP JOINT SESSİON "VEINS & LYMPHATICS: A FAMİLY AFFAIR

TBA

15:00 - 15:30 SATELLITE SYMPOSIUM  
15:30 - 16:00 Coffee Break
16:00 - 17:00

CANCER REHABILITATION II

Onco-Musculoskeletal Health: Navigating Pain, Function, and Recovery

Axillary Web Syndrome: A Neglected Lymphovascular Complication in Cancer Survivors

Beyond the Scar: Understanding and Managing Postmastectomy Pain Syndrome

Healing Beyond Medicine: Physical Therapy Modalities in Oncology Care

ILF-ISL JOINT SESSION

An Update on Psychosocial Research in Lymphedema

The Development of The French National Pathway for Lymphoedema.

Management of Complicated Lymphedema Sases – The Role of Team Work and Volunteerism

17:00 - 18:30

STATE OF ART IN CDT

State of The Art in CDT

Controversy About MLD: Stop or Continue in CDT?

Periorbital Lymphedema Following Oculoplastic Surgery

Current Best Practices in Complete Decongestive Therapy

Exercise Can Prevent Cancer-Related Lymphoedema

CARDIOVASCULAR APPROACH IN DIFFERENT PHELOBOLOGIC CONDITIONS

Catheter-Based Interventional Treatments for Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis

Upper Extremity Vascular Problems Other Than lymphedema

The Role of Stenting in Patients with Chronic Iliofemoral Venous Obstruction and Lymphedema

Management of Venous Insufficiency

CEAPOS Revisited in the Lymphological Key

Hall/Time Hall 1 Hall 2
08:00 - 08:30 MEET THE EXPERT SESSION MEET THE EXPERT SESSION
08:30 - 09:30

ESL-ISL JOINT SESSION

Workshop: From Bedside to Bench in Lymphatic Insufficiency:
Challenges and Achievements

1st Case: Primary Lymphedema and Intestinal Lymphangiectasia

2nd Case: Thoracic Duct Atresia with Subsequent Peripheral Lymphatic
Insufficiency

3rd Case: Prevention and Exercise in Lymphatic Dysfunction

4th Case: Axillary Web Syndrome

5th Case: Secondary Lymphedema of Genitalia with Complications Not
esponsive to Conservative Treatment

6th Case: Lipedema / Lymphedema Differential Diagnosis

(5 minutes for case presentation and 10 min discussion for each case)

LYMPHEDEMA, LIPEDEMA, LIPO-LYMPHEDEMA OF PHLEBO-LIPO-LYMPHEDEMA? CORRECT INDICATIONS FOR THE BEST LONG-TERM SURGICAL OUTCOME

Cancer-Related Neuropathic, Diagnosis and Management
TBA

When Swelling Hurts: Exploring The Link Between Lipedema and Neutopathic Pain in Lipedema
TBA

Intra-Articular Injection Therapies for Knee Pain in Obese Patients with Lipedema
TBA

Oral Presentation
TBA

09:30-10:00

ISL- v-WIN JOINT SESSION "REAL WORLD NEEDS IN VEIN-LYMPHATIC MANAGEMENT

TBA

10:00 - 10:30 SATELLITE SYMPOSIUM  
10:30 - 11:00 Coffee Break
11:00 -12:00

ISL-LWA JOINT SESSION 1
LIPEDEMA TODAY

Current Updates and Future Perspectives in Lipedema

Clinical Presentation and Diagnostic Challenges in Lipedema

Establishing Global Consensus: The World Delphi Project on Lipedema

WOUND CARE IN LYMPHEDEMA

Principles of Effective Wound Management

Atypical Ulcers and Treatment

Healing Chronic Wounds: Focus on Venous Ulcers

Understanding Lymphatic Ulcers: Causes, Care, and Healing

12:00 - 13:00

ISL-LWA JOINT SESSION 2
MANAGEMENT OF LIPEDEMA

Conservative vs. Surgical Treatment in Lipedema: When and How to Choose

The Role of Nutrition in Lipedema: Evidence-Based Dietary Recommendations and Dietary Supplements

Current and Emerging Approaches to Pain Management in Lipedema

BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN COMPLEX DECONGESTIVE THERAPY (CDT) AND SURGERY

TBA

13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
14:00 - 15:00

ISL-ISPRM JOINT SESSION CANCER REHABILITATION

Core Principles of Cancer Rehabilitation and the Role of Physiatrists

Peripheral Neuropathy and Myopathy in Cancer Patients: Diagnosis and Rehabilitation Strategies

Managing Osteoporosis in Cancer Survivors: From Prevention to Treatment

Effective Pain Management Strategies in Cancer Rehabilitation

QUALITY OF LIFE ISSUES

Lipedema

Lymphedema

Cancer

15:00 - 15:30 Coffee Break
15:30 - 17:00

ADDRESSING THE CHALLENGES IN LYMPHEDEMA

Lymphedema in the Elderly: Understanding Multicausal Origins and Treatment Strategies

Lymphedema Treatment in Patients with Comorbidities: Tailoring Therapeutic Approaches

Lymphatic Disorders in Addict Patients

Obesity as a Barrier to Effective Lymphedema Treatment: Strategies for Better Outcomes

LIPEDEMA SESSION-MISCELLANEOUS

Lipedema

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory Agents and Analgesics in the treatment of Lipedema

Aerobic Exercise Capacity and Lower Limb Proprioceptive Alterations in Patients with Lipedema

Fascia Changes in Lipedema and Lymphedema following treatment

Aerobic Exercise Capacity and Lower Limb Proprioceptive Changes in Lipedema

Lipedema Surgery

17:00 - 18:30

TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATIONS AND APPLICATONS

Reproducibility of Lymph-V: A Novel Wearable Device for Early Detection of Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema

The importance and therapeutic value of Stem cells in lymphatic Regeneration

Dot Intermittant Pneumatic Compression

Novelties in Pressure Garments-Compression Therapy

The Role of ESWT

The Impact of Negative Pressure Therapy (VACUMED) on Edema Reduction and Quality of Life in Patients with Lymphedema and Lipedema

KOREAN SOCIETY OF LYMPHOLOGY-ISL JOINT SESSION: FUNCTIONAL APPROACH TO LYMPHEDEMA

Rehabilitation based on Lymphatic Contractility and Lymphatic Vessel Regeneration

Rehabilitation Strategies Based on ICG Lymphography imaging

Assessment of Lymphatic Dysfunction Using Optical Technology

Hall/Time Hall 1 Hall 2
08:30 - 09:30

ISL-LE&RN JOINT SESSION
LE&RN CENTERS OF EXCELLENCE: INNOVATION AND COLLABORATION

Session Title: LE&RN Centers of Excellence: Innovation and Collaboration

LE&RN VP Scientific Affairs

Translating 53 years of Experience in Genoa (Italy) to Lugano (Switzerland): Campisi Clinic as a Comprehensive Model to set a Lymphedema and Lipedema Center of Excellence

Activities and Experiences of AIIMS in New Delhi, India

Activities and Experiences of ALERT Program in Australia

Stanford University: Reflecting on 30 years as a Lymphatic Center of Excellence

PATIENT VOICES

Canada Lymphedema

Role of Patient’s Association in Spreading Knowledge in Lipoedema

The Pediatric Patient Voice: Empowering Children in Their Lymphedema Journey

09:30 - 10:30

GUT, NUTRIENTS, AND INFLAMMATION: EMERGING NUTRITIONAL STRATEGIES IN LIPEDEMA AND LYMPHEDEMA CARE

The Role of Microbiota/ Probiotics and Prebiotics in Managing Pain Associated with Lipedema

The Impact of Flavonoids, Vit D and Selenium in Lipedema

Diet and Lipedema

Targeting Inflammation Through Nutrition: Dietary Strategies and Supplements in Lymphedema and Lipedema Care

COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE METHODS FOR LYMPHEDEMA AND LIPEDEMA

Traditional or Innovative Approach? Comparison of ESWT and CDT Treatments in Lipedema

Enhancing the Lymphatic and Imuune Systems through Osteopathy: Pathways to Balance and Healing

The Importance of Diet in Cancer Patients

Deep Ossilation

Emotional Conditions in Lipedema

10:30 - 11:00 Coffee Break
11:00 -12:00

CHRONIC PAIN AND LYMPHOLOGY

The Role of Neurolymphatics in Chronic Pain: Exploring Interactions with Neuroinflammation and Lifestyle

Cancer Pain and Antineoplastic Treatments: An Inseparable Duo

Medical Therapy for Non-cancer Related Pain: Rational Use of Analgesics and NSAIDs

ISL-TURKISH SOCIETY LYMPHOLOGY LIPEDEMA JOINT SESSION

Outcome Measures in Lymphedema

Outcome Measures for Gynecologic-Cancer-Related Lymphedema

Outcome Measures for Breast-Cancer-Related Lymphedema

Outcome Measures for Genital Lymphedema

Outcome Measures for Head and Neck Lymphedema

12:00 - 13:00

LYMPHEDEMA SURGERY ORAL PRESENTATION

Massive Lymphosuction in Lymphedema

Surgical Treatment Options for Latrogenic Lymphorrhea

ORAL PRESENTATION

TBA
13:00 - 13:30 Closing Remarks