Highlights from the LACOG Multidisciplinary GU Symposium 2024

The VIII International GU Review Symposium and the VI Multiprofessional Symposium took place from October 10 to 12, 2024, at the Hotel Intercontinental in São Paulo, Brazil.

This event, organized by the Latin American Cooperative Oncology Group (LACOG), brought together leading experts to discuss the latest developments in the diagnosis and treatment of genitourinary cancers.

The symposium focused on presenting cutting-edge advancements in therapies, clinical approaches, and research findings related to genitourinary malignancies. Experts from both national and international backgrounds engaged in discussions and debates, aiming to improve patient outcomes through the latest evidence-based practices and foster collaboration among professionals in the field.

Here are some highlights from the event:

Darcy Burbage:

“A great (virtual!) trip to Brazil to present on the role of oncology nurse navigation at the LACOG – Latin American Cooperative Oncology Group Multidisciplinary GU Symposium!

Thank you Cristiane Bergerot for the invitation!”

Cristiane Bergerot:

“Thank you, Darcy Burbage, for your terrific presentation on oncology nurse navigation! Your insights were invaluable in highlighting the critical role nurses play in supporting patients w cancer throughout their journey.”

Lessandro Curcio:

“It was a great honor and pleasure to participate in this great international event of urooncology- Gu review. Thanks to the organizing committee of LACOG for remembering my name and for being able to discuss prostate câncer with such a select panel.”

Enrique Grande:

“Karine Martins da Trindade did a Great talk at LACOG GU Review 2024 today. Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts on tailoring treatments in metastatic urothelial carcinoma. And now it’s time for the Spanish speaker’s army!”

Milena Tariki:

“Honored to attend LACOG GU review 2024! Great discussions, great conference

Congrats to Karine Martins da Trindade and all the educacional board.”

Elizangela Sousa de Jesus:

“The VI MULTIPROFESSIONAL SYMPOSIUM (LACOG 2024) on genitourinary neoplasms aimed to present the news in the treatments and diagnoses of genitourinary neoplasms, through national and international experts who debated the most relevant topics in the area.

It was extremely enriching to be able to improve my knowledge about kidney cancer, bladder cancer, prostate cancer, immunotherapy, among many other topics.

Ana Claudia’s lecture on the advances and challenges of immunotherapy was enriching (immunotherapy uses the patient’s immune system to attack cancer cells, offering a promising alternative to conventional treatments).

Kleison, who has a Master’s degree in Genetics, spoke about the mechanisms of action of the Drug-Conjugated Monoclonal Antibody (ADC). Which are a new therapeutic class that has been promoting promising results in various types of tumors, using the patient’s immune system to attack cancer cells, offering a promising alternative to conventional treatments.

We also had a beautiful discussion about the importance of double checking for the safety of the patient and the professional involved in this process, mitigating the failures that may occur during the process and the administration of chemotherapy drugs.

It was really a day of a lot of knowledge exchange and a lot of networking with colleagues and leaders in the area!

I have no doubt that the exchange of experience is essential for us to continue to improve the care and care of our dear cancer patients.”

Jose Augusto Rinck Jr:

“Another successful edition of the LACOG GU event (VIII International Symposium GU Review and VI MULTIPROFESSIONAL SYMPOSIUM). Possibility of seeing great friends again and having thought-provoking discussions on urological tumors.”

Thaís Pires Gonçalves:

“VIII International Symposium GU REVIEW.

Another unique opportunity to improve knowledge on such important topics in TGU oncology, I thank the Multiprofessional Residency in Oncology at Unifesp-SP for the invitation!”

Cibele Diório:

“VIII International Symposium GU Review

VI Multiprofessional Symposium

LACOG 2024

What an honor to moderate a panel on ‘Quality of Life’.
I thank the organizing committee Lelia Martin and Janyce Cassiolato Marti Sguassabia.

We discussed topics of great relevance to our practice: ‘instruments for assessing quality of life’ and ‘geriatric evaluation of patients with genitourinary cancer’.

In addition to medical treatment, the quality of life of cancer patients must be prioritized. Proper pain management, nutritional support, adapted physical activities, and psychological follow-up are important aspects that contribute to the patient’s overall well-being.”

Marcos Franca:

“About 50% of all patients diagnosed with cancer are 65 years of age or older. Differentiated care for the most ‘experienced’ people is essential!

Congratulations for the concern with the theme

LACOG GU Review 2024.”

Karla Bessusko:

“Enriching my trajectory even more with the valuable experiences provided by the residency.

VIII International Genitourinary Review Symposium in São Paulo.

Innovations and updates essential for oncology nursing and the multiprofessional team.”

Karen Jaqueline Santana Gomes:

“The VIII International Symposium GU Review of the São Paulo began today in São Paulo, with rich presentations and discussions by great names in national and international specialist medicine in renal neoplasia.

The event continues tomorrow and Saturday with the addition of the VI Multiprofessional Symposium in GU, but today I was presented with this pleasant meeting and exchange of professional and volunteering experiences with dear Lucy Aihara Fasciaterapia e Fisioterapia Pélvica Especializada, master’s student at INCOR and Oswaldo Cruz in this axis of integrative practices in Health, which is fasciatherapy.

It was really pleasant to learn about the advances in surgical techniques and systemic treatments of different types of kidney cancer, in addition to understanding where the ongoing scientific studies are headed.

The next 2 days reserve even more knowledge and innovations about the treatment of neoplasms in the other organs of the genitourinary system.”

Sivaldo Oliveira:

“Today begins the VIII International Symposium GU-Review – and the VI Multiprofessional Symposium GU-Review, an event that reaches its eighth edition with the purpose of presenting the most recent innovations in treatments and diagnoses of genitourinary neoplasms.

Renowned experts, both from Brazil and abroad, will be gathered to discuss the most current and high-impact topics in the area.

In parallel, the Multiprofessional Symposium will also bring fundamental discussions for daily clinical practice, addressing topics that will directly contribute to the quality of care offered to patients.

Tomorrow, I’ll be there following everything closely! Join us for a journey of learning, exchanging knowledge, and networking with peers and leaders in the field!”

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