EGID Monothematic Conference

General Information

Eosinophilic gastrointestinal diseases (EGIDs) are rare chronic, inflammatory disorders of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract with unknown longterm consequences. They comprise of eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), eosinophilic gastritis (EG), eosinophilic gastroenteritis (EGE) and eosinophilic colitis (EC). EoE is the most common and the best described EGID compared to EG, EGE and EC.  The clinical presentation of different EGIDs depends on the involved GI site as well as the extent and the depth of eosinophilic infiltration through the bowel wall.

In the absence of biological markers, the diagnosis is based on clinical symptoms and on histological findings of eosinophilic inflammation, after the exclusion of a secondary cause of inflammation or a systemic disorder, which is often a challenging issue given the absence of strict histological criteria for the EGIDs (beyond the esophagus) diagnosis. Treatment strategies depend on the involved site of the GI tract, maintenance therapy is often necessary to avoid relapses, while novel drugs are beeing developed for refractory disease. Due to the complexity of these disorders, the investigation and management of patients with EGIDs are often perplexing.
The Monothematic Conference on EGIDs will include invited lectures with physical presence of the speakers and few through web, as well as interactive sessions with cases presentations. The faculty comprise international experts in the field with different backgrounds and specific interests, aiming at enlightening different aspects of this challenging topic in order to aid clinicians of different specialties dealing with patients with EGIDs, to interpret the clinical manifestations and the laboratory findings of different EGIDs and to choose the best available treatment option, decreasing variations in clinical practice and improving effectiveness and quality of care.
The course language is English.

COVID-19 Information

COVID-19 has proven challenging in the organisation of onsite courses in the past year. ESPGHAN remains dedicated to the realisation of our educational programme without compromising the health of our delegates.
We are carefully monitoring the developments and follow the recommendations and information provided by the national Health Authorities, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Preparations for an onsite course are proceeding as planned at this point. Applicants will be updated on any potential changes to the format of the school.
As the number of participants is a critical part in the planning and realisation of our schools, we encourage all interested HCPs to apply. If the situation does not allow for the responsible realisation of onsite participation, your application will be valid for virtual participation. Registration fees will be reimbursed or adapted accordingly. 
For more information please contact the ESPGHAN Office.

Registration & Fees

Application will open in 2021.

Application Deadline: TBC
Registration fees:
TBC Trainee member 
TBC ESPGHAN member Regular 
TBC Non-ESPGHAN member 

Kindly use the online application form on this page. Applications submitted by email cannot be accepted. If you experience any issues with the tool, please contact us at office@espghan. Candidates will be selected based on a supporting letter from a Full ESPGHAN member and an abstract that may be selected for presentation during the course. Abstracts may have been submitted to other public meetings previously.

Please do not make travel arrangements before receipt of a formal confirmation of acceptance from the ESPGHAN Office. The number of participants is limited and a selection will be made by the school organisers after the deadline. Priority will be given to ESPGHAN Members.
 

PROGRAMME

FACULTY

coming soon.

Cost Coverage

ESPGHAN will arrange and cover the following for registered delegates: 

• Dinners and social programme  (arranged by ESPGHAN)
• Accommodation for up to 3 nights (arranged by ESPGHAN)
• Catering throughout the course   
• Course Material 

CONTACT

If you have any questions, please contact the ESPGHAN Office for details.
Phone: +41 (0)22 9000 401
Email: office@espghan.org