Gynaecological minimal access surgery (MAS), also known as minimally invasive or keyhole surgery, involves performing surgical procedures through small incisions using specialized instruments and a camera (laparoscope). This approach has revolutionized women’s healthcare by offering safer, faster, and less painful alternatives to traditional open surgeries.
Common MAS procedures include laparoscopic hysterectomy, myomectomy, ovarian cyst removal, and endometriosis treatment. Benefits typically include reduced hospital stay, quicker recovery, lower risk of infection, and minimal scarring, significantly improving patient outcomes and satisfaction.
As technology advances and surgeon expertise grows, MAS is becoming the gold standard for many gynaecological interventions.
The training workshops took place from May 28 to 30, 2025, in Abuja, Nigeria. Here are visuals and course content from the workshops.
Training Highlights
Live Session
Facilitators and Course Participants At The Training
Visuals From The Training
You can access a comprehensive visual record of the training workshops, organized chronologically by day, through the link provided. This documentation captures key activities, procedures, and participant engagement throughout the course.
You can access a comprehensive visual record of the training workshops, organized chronologically by day, through the link provided. This documentation captures key activities, procedures, and participant engagement throughout the course.
You can access a comprehensive visual record of the training workshops, organized chronologically by day, through the link provided. This documentation captures key activities, procedures, and participant engagement throughout the course.
Visuals from the Lagos 2025 Pre-Conference MAS Training
Curriculum
- 8 Sections
- 9 Lessons
- 24 Weeks
- Laparoscopic Instrument Design and SetupLaparoscopic instruments are specially engineered for minimal access surgery, enabling precise manipulation of tissues through small incisions. These instruments are long, slender, and ergonomically designed to allow controlled movement within the abdominal cavity while minimizing trauma to surrounding structures.1
- Care and Sterilization of Endoscopic InstrumentsEndoscopic instruments are delicate and require meticulous care to maintain functionality and patient safety. After each use, instruments should be thoroughly cleaned to remove organic debris, followed by high-level disinfection or sterilization—typically via autoclaving or low-temperature gas plasma for heat-sensitive tools.1
- Laparoscopic Surgical Anatomy and Access TechniquesThis module covers the essential anatomical landmarks relevant to laparoscopic surgery and safe methods of abdominal access. Surgeons must understand variations in peritoneal and organ anatomy when working with limited visual fields.1
- Complications in Minimal Access Surgery and ManagementThis module focuses on recognizing, preventing, and managing complications specific to minimal access surgery. While minimally invasive techniques reduce overall risk, issues such as organ injury, bleeding, port-site hernias, and gas embolism can still occur.1
- Surgical Ergonomics in Minimal Access SurgerySurgical ergonomics focuses on optimizing the surgeon’s posture, instrument positioning, and operating room setup to reduce fatigue, strain, and injury—especially during long laparoscopic procedures.1
- Principles of ElectrosurgeryThis module explores the fundamental science behind electrosurgery, including current types, tissue effects, and safety considerations. It provides practical guidance on the safe use of monopolar and bipolar energy in surgical procedures, emphasizing risk reduction and optimal clinical outcomes.1
- Principles and Practice of HysteroscopyAn overview of hysteroscopy as a minimally invasive procedure for diagnosing and treating intrauterine conditions, covering essential techniques, instrumentation, and best practices for safe and effective use.2
- Minimal Access Surgery: The Role Of A Perioperative NurseA concise overview of how perioperative nurses support minimal access (laparoscopic) procedures through specialized preoperative preparation, intraoperative assistance, and postoperative care, ensuring patient safety and surgical efficiency.1
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