MAC FOCUS

MAC FOCUS 1: Critical Limb-Threatening Ischemia (CLTI)

📅 First Session: April 9, 2025

🔎 Topic: Critical Limb-Threatening Ischemia (CLTI)

Critical Limb Threatening Ischemia (CLTI) is a severe and life-altering condition that significantly impacts patients’ quality of life, often leading to limb amputation. This webinar will tackle the major challenges in the diagnosis and treatment of CLTI, providing the latest insights and strategies for improving patient outcomes.

The webinar is held under the auspices of the MAC Conference, organized by Prof. Dr. Branzan, the Head of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery at TUM University Hospital. It is the first of a series of four webinars addressing critical vascular conditions, including Carotid Disease, Aortic Aneurysms, and Venous Disease.

Our expert faculty with deep experience in the diagnosis and treatment of CLTI will share their expert insights on a range of topics

• Marianne Brodmann, Professor of Angiology at Medical University of Graz, Austria
• Sabine Steiner, Professor of Angiology at Medical University of Vienna, Austria
• Marta Lobato, Vascular and endovascular Surgery Consultant in Hospital Universitario de Cruces, Bilbao, Spain

Why Attend?

• Learn the latest approaches to diagnosing and managing CLTI
• Gain insights from a distinguished faculty with extensive experience in CLTI care
• Be part of an ongoing educational series on key vascular conditions

 

Time	Speaker	Topic
18:00 – 18:05	Daniela Branzan	Introduction
18:05 – 18:25	Marianne Brodmann	Patient-based Approach in Chronic Limb-Threatening Ischemia: Expedite Revascularization versus Palliation
18:25 – 18:45	Sabine Steiner	Using Data to Determine Your Treatment Algorithm for Revascularization of Complex BTK Lesions
18:45 – 19:05	Marta Lobato	What to Do with No-Option CLTI Patients: Deep Vein Arterialization? But the Most Important Part Comes After the Procedure!
19:05 – 19:10	Daniela Branzan	Closing Remarks

 

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🔎 MAC FOCUS 2 on Aortic Aneurysm Disease
Get 2 CME credits!!

📅 Second Session: June, 26, 2025 at 18:00 CET.

🔎 Topic: Aortic Aneurysm Disease

Join us for the MAC FOCUS Webinar on Aortic Aneurysm Disease, the second in a new four-part series hosted under the auspices of the MAC Conference, organized by Prof. Dr. Daniela Branzan, Head of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery at TUM University Hospital. This webinar brings together internationally recognized experts to discuss cutting-edge topics in the management of aortic aneurysms.

This educational series addresses major vascular conditions—including Carotid Disease, Aortic Aneurysms, and Venous Disease—with a focus on delivering the latest clinical evidence, innovations, and strategies to improve patient outcomes.

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) is a silent yet potentially fatal condition, often progressing without symptoms until rupture—an event associated with extremely high mortality. Early detection, precise risk assessment, and timely intervention are critical to prevent catastrophic outcomes. This webinar will explore the latest challenges and innovations in the diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of aortic aneurysms, equipping clinicians with cutting-edge strategies to improve patient survival and care.
Our expert faculty with deep experience in the diagnosis and treatment of Aortic Aneurysm Disease will share their expert insights on a range of topics.

Meet the Speakers

• Prof. Anders Wanhainen, MD, Professor at Department of Surgical Sciences, Vascular Surgery, Uppsala University, Sweden; Lead author of the ESVS Guidelines on AAA
  
• Prof. Kak Khee Yeung, MD, Professor of Vascular Surgery, Amsterdam University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Expert in AI-based vascular imaging and precision medicine
  
• Prof. Dr. Eric Verhoeven, MD, PhD, Professor of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, General Hospital Nuremberg, Paracelsus Medical University Nuremberg, Germany

Why Attend?

• Gain the latest evidence-based insights on aortic aneurysm screening, treatment, and follow-up
• Hear from internationally recognized experts at the forefront of AAA research and care
• Be part of an interactive discussion on evolving practice and future directions
• Participate in a broader educational initiative covering the spectrum of vascular disease

Register now to secure your place in this invaluable educational event!

Time	Speaker	Topic
18:00 – 18:05	Daniela Branzan	Introduction
18:05 – 18:25	Anders Wanhainen	Current ESVS Guidelines for the Treatment of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm: How guidelines shape clinical practice and areas needing future updates.
18:25 – 18:35		Discussions
18:35 – 18:55	Kak Khee Yeung	Precision Medicine in Aortic Aneurysm Management: Integrating Genomics, Biomarkers, and AI.
18:55 – 19:05		Discussions
19:05 – 19:25	Eric Verhoeven	Innovations in Endovascular Aortic Repair and their Impact on Aneurysm Treatment Paradigms: Lessons learned from 30 years of vascular surgery.
19:25 – 19:35		Discussions
19:35 – 19:40	Daniela Branzan	Closing Remarks

 

Info-Flyer | Session 2

🔎 MAC FOCUS 3 on Carotid Artery Disease

📅 Third Session: September 17th, 2025 at 18:00 CET.

Join us for the MAC FOCUS Webinar on Carotid Artery Disease, the third in a new four-part series hosted under the auspices of the MAC Conference, organized by Prof. Dr. Daniela Branzan, Head of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery at TUM University Hospital. This webinar brings together internationally recognized experts to discuss cutting-edge topics in the management of carotid artery disease.

This educational series addresses major vascular conditions—including Carotid Disease, Aortic Aneurysms, and Venous Disease—with a focus on delivering the latest clinical evidence, innovations, and strategies to improve patient outcomes.

Time	Speaker	Topic
18:00 – 18:05	Daniela Branzan	Introduction
18:05 – 18:25	Richard Bulbulia	Optimized treatment in patients with asymptomatic carotid artery stenosis
18:25 – 18:35		Discussions
18:35 – 18:55	Barbara Rantner	Critical issues in carotid artery disease
18:55 – 19:05		Discussions
19:05 – 19:25	Michiel Poorthuis	Results of the ECST-2 trial and the impact on decision making in patients with symptomatic stenosis of the internal carotid artery
19:25 – 19:35		Discussions
19:35 – 19:40	Daniela Branzan	Closing Remarks

 

Carotid artery disease is a major cause of ischemic stroke worldwide. Early diagnosis and optimized treatment strategies are critical to preventing stroke and improving patient outcomes. This webinar will explore the latest clinical evidence, guidelines, and trial results to inform best practices in managing carotid artery disease.

Our expert faculty with deep experience in vascular medicine will share their insights on cutting-edge approaches to diagnosis, treatment, and patient management.

Why Attend?

• Gain evidence-based insights into the management of carotid artery disease
• Learn about the latest research and clinical trial outcomes
• Participate in interactive discussions with leading vascular experts
• Join a comprehensive educational series on major vascular diseases
  

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