OVERVIEW
De-Escalation of Axillary Surgery with SCOUT™ Radar Localization is organized by Merit Medical Systems, Inc. and will be held from Sep 15 - 16, 2026 at EOC - Lugano Regional Hospital, Italian, Viganello, Ticino, Switzerland.
Description:
This course offers a premier opportunity for participants to expand their expertise in Targeted Axillary Dissection (TAD) and Breast Cancer Surgery. Through training and discussions with leading experts, attendees will master the clinical application of SCOUT™ Radar technology. Registration is strictly limited to 4 attendees to ensure high-quality hands-on training.
Course Objectives:
By participating in this activity, attendees will understand:
- The fundamental principles of SCOUT™ RADAR technology.
- The oncological significance of lymph nodal involvement after neoadjuvant chemotherapy.
- Axillary staging after neoadjuvant chemotherapy: sentinel lymph node biopsy versus TAD.
- The rationale of TAD and current scienDesigned for Breast Surgeons and Breast Radiologists experienced in treating breast cancer patients.tific evidence.
- The clinical evidence supporting the use of RADAR in axillary management.
- Best practices and tips for successful SCOUT™ placement in radiology.
- TAD: TIPS and TRICKS for breast surgeons and radiologists.
- Intra-operative techniques for achieving clear margins and surgical success
KEY DATES
15 Sep, 2026
Event Start Date
16 Sep, 2026
Event End Date
TARGET AUDIENCE
General and Breast SurgeonsSPECIALITIES
Cosmetic Breast SurgeryOncologyRadiologySUGGESTED HOTELS
CONFERENCE VENUE
EOC - Lugano Regional Hospital, Italian Via Pietro Capelli 1,