Course description
Course type
Advanced
Course description
The endometrium plays a crucial role in IVF success. This campus course will provide a critical appraisal of this anatomical entity and its association with ART. The focus will be on the controversy surrounding anatomical, immunological and endocrinological aspects of the endometrium and their impact on successful embryo implantations. By evaluating the existing literature, the course will provide answers to clinically important issues.
Target audience
Physicians and scientists in reproductive medicine, reproductive endocrinologists, fertility specialists, gynaecologists, minimally invasive surgeons, and embryologists.
Educational needs and expected educational outcomes
This course is expected to enhance the understanding of endometrial physiology, endometrial receptivity, anatomical abnormalities, and their impact on the outcome of ART.
This course is expected to improve the knowledge concerning endometrial receptivity, factors affecting endometrial receptivity, embryo implantation, endometriosis and adenomyosis among others.
Innovative aspects
The aim is to challenge current beliefs and practices, and provide in-depth debates including on how to improve embryo implantation, the use of hysteroscopy in IVF and of immunological interventions.
Educational methods
Language
The official language of the course is English.