ECS EDGE III

ECS EDGE 3: Advanced Endoscopic Cardiac Surgery Workshop
ECS EDGE 3 is an advanced educational workshop focused on contemporary techniques in Endoscopic Cardiac Surgery, specifically designed for practicing cardiac surgeons seeking to transition from conventional open and minimally invasive approaches to fully endoscopic procedures.
The program addresses endoscopic techniques for mitral valve surgery, aortic valve surgery, and coronary revascularization, with emphasis on patient selection, operative planning, port placement, cardiopulmonary bypass strategies, myocardial protection, and endoscopic suturing and knotting techniques.
Educational content is delivered through a structured blend of didactic lectures, high-definition endoscopic surgical video sessions, live endoscopic case demonstrations, and wet-lab hands-on training. Faculty include experienced national and international surgeons actively performing endoscopic cardiac surgery, providing participants with practical insight into real-world technical challenges and solutions.
The workshop aims to shorten the learning curve associated with endoscopic cardiac surgery and to facilitate safe, stepwise adoption of endoscopic techniques. ECS EDGE 3 offers a focused academic platform for skill development, peer interaction, and advancement of contemporary cardiac surgical practice.