Congress Satellite Activities
Dive into innovation and learning with our Congress Satellite Activities
The ESOT Congress experience extends beyond the main programme, with special sessions and interactive workshops designed to deepen knowledge, sharpen skills, and spark insightful discussions.
Whether you join us early for our pre-congress webinars, participate in our onsite hands-on workshops or tune in for expert insights via our TV studio, these activities will enrich your ESOT Congress experience. Find further information below, and stay tuned for further updates!
Pre-Congress Activities (Online)
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DescriptionAn overview of the progress made in machine perfusion, the evidence base to support it, and a comparison of the different options available. With increase number of DCD, cardiothoracic retrieval and transplantation is facing numerous challenges in organ procurement, optimasation and assessment. This state of the art webinar covers techniques and technologies aimed to safely increase organ utilisation following a DCD pathway. Focus of the topic: Heart/Lungs Perfusion/TA NRP, EVLP and Heart HOPE.
Chairs
Marius Berman, United Kingdom
Sandra Lindstedt, SwedenPanellists
Sue Braithwaite, The Netherlands
Louise Kenny, United Kingdom
Eduardo Minambres, Spain
Johan Nilsson, Sweden
Scientific ProgrammeWelcome and introduction Marius Berman, United Kingdom; Sandra Lindstedt, Sweden
EVLP – HOPE Prolonged Hypothermia Sue Braithwaite, The Netherlands
NIHP-HOPE – The Beginning - Johan Nilsson, Sweden
NIHP-HOPE – DCD Hearts as a new option for Pediatrics - Louise Kenny, United Kingdom
TANRP – What more evidence we need? - Stephanie Chang, United States
Discussion and Q&A
The Machine Perfusion series is kindly supported by:
Bridge to Life | EBERS | Organ Recovery Systems | Organox | Xvivo -
Tuesday, 22 May 2025 at 18:00 CEST
DescriptionThis webinar will focus on two of the most promising advancements in liver transplantation: machine perfusion and normothermic regional perfusion (NRP). Attendees will learn how these cutting-edge preservation techniques are transforming the way donor livers are preserved, evaluated, and transplanted. The session will delve into the science behind these technologies, their impact on organ viability and graft function, and how they are improving transplant outcomes. By the end of the webinar, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of how machine perfusion and NRP are shaping the future of liver transplantation and their potential to improve patient outcomes by enhancing graft preservation and expanding donor organ availability.
Chairs
Davide Ghinolfi, Italy
Rebeca Sanabria Mateos, United KingdomPanellists
Carlo Ceresa, United Kingdom
Puck Groen, The Netherlands
Andrea Schlegel, United States
Scientific Programme
Welcome and introduction - Davide Ghinolfi, Italy and Rebeca Sanabria Mateos, United KingdomThe DCD I should not use: How to evaluate a liver graft during NRP - Carlo Ceresa, United Kingdom
Sequential hypo and normothermic perfusion: basic mechanisms and clinical practice - Puck Groen, The Netherlands
Hypothermic or normothermic machine perfusion: this is the question - Andrea Schlegel, United States
Discussion and Q&A - All
Participation is free but registration is required. REGISTER HERE.
The Machine Perfusion series is kindly supported by:
Bridge to Life | EBERS | Organ Recovery Systems | Organox | Xvivo -
This series provides an overview of advancements in machine perfusion, supported by the latest evidence, and compares available options. It is designed for junior surgeons, basic scientists, and researchers to gain a solid foundation in the science behind machine perfusion and stay updated on recent developments.
Chaired by Serena McMillan, Henri Leuvenink, and Julien BranchereauParticipation is free but registration is required (link available soon).
The Machine Perfusion series is kindly supported by:
Bridge to Life | EBERS | Organ Recovery Systems | Organox | Xvivo
Congress Hands-On Sessions (In-person at the ExCel, London)
ESOT TV Studio - The Pulse of the Congress!
Located at the heart of ESOT Congress 2025 (ExCeL London), the ESOT TV Studio is your go-to space for exclusive insights, dynamic discussions, and daily wrap-ups. This is where we dive deep into the hottest topics of the congress and shine a spotlight on key initiatives.
Join us for expert interviews, breaking highlights, and engaging activities, all designed to keep you at the forefront of the ESOT community.
ESOT Legacy Project (28 June)
A community gathering open to the public to honour individuals who have excelled in transplantation. Stay tuned for updates!
About ESOT
The European Society for Organ Transplantation (ESOT) was founded 40 years ago and is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in organ transplantation. Facilitating a wealth of international clinical trials and research collaborations over the years, ESOT remains committed to its mission to improve outcomes for patients with terminal organ disease by means of transplantation, organ regeneration and substitution. With a community of over 8,000 members from around the world, ESOT is an influential international organisation and the facilitator of the biennial ESOT Congress.
