09-10, 15:00–16:00 (Europe/Istanbul), Rhinology 5 + Allergy (ICC - B2 Floor Yıldız 1)
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery- The Brazilian Experience – moderator: Marcus Lessa
⁃ Beyond the basics: Advanced strategies for maxillary sinus access- Miguel Tepedino
⁃ Frontal sinus surgery: the surgical rationale - Eduardo Macoto Kosugi
⁃ Sphenoid sinus surgery: step-by-step techniques - Ricardo Dolci
⁃ Tailoring surgical extent to Endotypes and Phenotypes of CRS - Thiago Bezerra
⁃ Practical approaches to manage intraoperative complications - Edwin Tamashiro
The objective of the course, organized by the Brazilian Academy of Rhinology (ABR), is to provide participants with advanced knowledge and practical skills in endoscopic endonasal surgery. The course aims to:
• Deepen understanding of the surgical anatomy and pathophysiology of the paranasal sinuses.
• Teach advanced endoscopic techniques for sinus access and management, including step-by-step procedures for maxillary, frontal, and sphenoid sinus surgeries.
• Enable participants to tailor surgical interventions to different endotypes and phenotypes of chronic rhinosinusitis.
• Offer hands-on experience in managing intraoperative complications and optimizing surgical outcomes
• Familiarize attendees with the latest technologies, instrumentation, and evidence-based strategies in sinus surgery.
Mehmet Ali Cetin, MD, is a Professor in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Health Sciences, Istanbul, Turkey. He currently works at the Ankara Bilkent City Hospital, Health Sciences University, Ankara Bilkent City Health Application and Research Center, Ear, Nose and Throat Clinic.
He received his medical degree from Ankara University School of Medicine in 1995 and completed his residency training in Otorhinolaryngology at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital, becoming a board-certified otorhinolaryngologist in 2001. He was appointed Associate Professor in 2014 and was promoted to Professor in 2021.
Professor Cetin has authored numerous articles and book chapters published in various national and international journals and books. His research interests are in the field of rhinology, particularly endoscopic sinus surgery and rhinoplasty.
Associate Professor, Rhinology Fellowship Coordinator and ENT Residency Program Supervisor at Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Department, Federal University of São Paulo, Brazil (UNIFESP-EPM).
Associate Professor
Co-director of the Division of Rhinology, University of Sao Paulo, Ribeirao Preto, Brazil