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Organised on 26 and 27 September 2024 at the Erasme Hospital (Route le Lennik, 808 - 1070 Brussels) in the Wybran Auditorium (Floor -1 - Route 647). The ‘Workshop of video-assisted technology in Thoracic Pathology’ will be held on 26 and 27 September 2024. This event will take place at the Erasme Hospital, Route de Lennik, 808, 1070 Brussels, in the Wybran Auditorium (Floor -1, Route 647).Organised by the Medical-Surgical Department of Thoracic Pathology at the Erasme Hospital and the Thoracic Surgery team at the CHU Helora Hospital in Mons (Kennedy site), this workshop is a unique opportunity for healthcare professionals to familiarise themselves with the latest technological advances in video-assisted thoracic pathology. Participants will have the opportunity to watch live demonstrations, take part in interactive sessions and discuss best practice with leading experts in the field. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and network with colleagues and specialists in thoracic pathology. Infos and registration To discover the detailed programme and register for this event, click on the links below. Registration Programme

Image Hospitals access Addresses and access by car and public transport Image Parkings There are two supervised car parks, managed by an external company. Image Finding your way around the hospital Signposting at the Erasmus Hospital functions like a road system. Image Info for Persons with Reduced Mobility (PRM) Access and organisation of the hospital are designed for people with reduced mobility Here you will find full details concerning addresses, access, car parks, signposting and PRM facilities

This women's imaging clinic will now be located in the Centre de Sénologie at the Institut Jules Bordet.  Big news: Imedia's senology clinic is moving to the Institut Jules Bordet from August 19, 2024. This women's imaging clinic will now be located in the Centre de Sénologie at the Institut Jules Bordet. Patients will benefit from new facilities. The teams at Erasme Hospital and the Institut will work together to continue to offer patients excellent care and positive, reassuring treatment.  The possibility of performing a biopsy directly after imaging remains open, for a faster diagnosis and fewer constraints for patients.If you have any questions, please contact our team on 02 555 45 34.To book a senology appointment, click here.

Hematology experts from the H.U.B. are on hand to talk to patients about various blood diseases. Discover our program. Blood diseases still little known to the general public Every year thousands of people are diagnosed with a blood cancer, while the general public   often remains unaware of the different forms these cancers can take.  In September, during Blood Cancer Awareness Month, we put the spotlight on these diseases to promote increased understanding and support for persons affected. Blood diseases awareness: program at H.U.B. To increase public awareness of blood cancers, the H.U.B.’s Department of Haematology is organising a number of events throughout the month of September:  On Friday 6, 13 and 20 September: Join us on for seminars dedicated to patients and their families. An opportunity to talk to haematology experts   and to better understand the implications of blood cancers. On 18 September: a giant red blood cell will be displayed in the lobby of the Jules Bordet Institute. Come and discover this interactive and educational installation and gain a better understanding of how red blood cells work and the vital role they play in our body.   From 9 to 30 September: the "Blood for 100" exhibition which highlights diversity and the importance of giving blood for treating patients with blood diseases and for helping achieve progress in research. Discover the exhibition at the Erasmus Hospital between 19 and 25 September and then between 25 and 30 September at the Jules Bordet Institute. A project organised in cooperation with the Red Cross and Abbvie.   On 29 September, teams from the Queen Fabiola University Children's Hospital (HUDERF) will be taking part in the “Run to Kick”, a solidarity race organized in Brussels to support research into pediatric cancer. The event will bring together thousands of participants, including HUDERF's “Wakili” team of doctors, nurses, psychologists and other healthcare professionals. By running, the “Wakili” team aims not only to support its young patients, but also to raise public awareness of the importance of pediatric cancer research.  Expertise in Haematology at H.U.B Our mission is to provide specialised and personalised care for each patient. To discover our specialities and our care units in:General Haematology (Erasme), click here.Haemato-Oncology (Jules Bordet Institute), click here.paediatric haemato-oncology (HUDERF), click here.If you do not yet have a precise diagnosis you can make an appointment with general haematology after which you will be directed to one of our experts 

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In recent years, embolization of adhesive capsulitis has developed as a new therapeutic approach, reducing inflammation and limiting the blood flow in the pathologic zones. Discover two clinical cases that demonstrate the interest and effectiveness of this approach. Image Adhesive capsulitis, treatment options and the benefits of embolisation Adhesive capsulitis, commonly known as frozen shoulder, is a pathology that affects between 2% and 10%  of the population (with a slight over-representation of women) and with an incidence that peaks between the ages of 40 and 60. The symptoms develop in stages over several months or years (up to 3 years). There are three discernible stages: a phase of severe pain, stiffness and recovery. The diagnosis essentially rests on clinical criteria and anamnesis. Imaging can assist the diagnosis by revealing certain signs, visible depending on the method used. Despite several treatment options currently available, the pathology can develop slowly, bringing a significant impairment of quality of life and prolonged incapacities.  Embolisation is a mini-invasive approach that makes it possible to reduce pain and improve shoulder movement during the months following the procedure. Discover two clinical cases that demonstrate the interest and effectiveness of this approach, which provides an additional solution to the therapeutic arsenal offered throughout the patient's journey. Read our clinical cases Embolisation as treatment for adhesive capsulitis: an innovative solution now possible at the H.U.B!Brussels, 21 January 2025 – The Department of Interventional Radiology at the Brussels University Hospital (H.U.B) is now proposing a promising and minimally invasive new treatment for adhesive capsulitis. Clinical results obtained to date confirm its effectiveness where other treatments have failed, even in the most advanced cases. Read press release Contact  and informationWould you like to find out more about the treatment of adhesive capsulitis by embolisation? Contact our experts in Interventional Radiology

Digestive Tract and Adjacent Organ Diseases: When Is an Endoscopic Ultrasound Needed? What is an endoscopic ultrasound? Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) is a specialized procedure that combines endoscopy and ultrasound to precisely examine the digestive tract and certain nearby organs, such as the pancreas, bile ducts, and lymph nodes.EUS is recommended when imaging tests (CT scan, MRI, ultrasound) reveal an abnormality that requires further investigation, particularly for:Evaluation of a digestive tract lesion (esophagus, stomach, rectum), especially for tumor staging.Suspicious masses in the pancreas, bile ducts, or adrenal glands.Pancreatic cysts that require specialized monitoring.Abnormal lymph nodes (adenopathies), which may need biopsy.In addition to diagnosis, endoscopic ultrasound allows for minimally invasive treatments, such as radiofrequency ablation (EUS-RFA), for certain types of tumors.This procedure is always performed under medical prescription. Endoscopic Ultrasound: Care at the H.U.B Endoscopy Clinic At the Endoscopy Clinic, we provide specialized care for patients requiring diagnostic or therapeutic endoscopic ultrasound.Depending on the indication, several procedures may be performed, including:Targeted biopsies (EUS-FNA/B) to analyze digestive, pancreatic, biliary, or lymph node lesions in detail.Radiofrequency ablation (EUS-RFA), a minimally invasive technique that serves as an alternative and/or complement to treatment for certain tumors. This innovative procedure destroys tumors in situ using thermo-ablation with echo-guided needles connected to a generator (radiofrequency principle). It primarily targets well-selected pancreatic tumors after radiological and pathological evaluation. Initially, we focus on neuroendocrine tumors, cystic tumors, and selected metastases (kidney, breast, and skin cancers). Later, it may be applied to unresectable tumors accessible via EUS.Multidisciplinary management is essential in digestive tract and adjacent organ diseases, particularly pancreatic tumors. At Erasme Hospital, cases are reviewed in multidisciplinary meetings with gastroenterologists, radiologists, oncologists, and surgeons to ensure the best therapeutic strategy for each patient.Furthermore, implementing EUS-RFA aims to expand therapeutic options and strengthen our expertise and visibility within the hospital network and the future ULB Cancer Center. Your doctor recommended an endoscopic ultrasound? If your doctor has recommended an EUS, it is usually because an imaging test revealed an abnormality requiring a more detailed evaluation.If this procedure has been prescribed, it is important to carefully follow the instructions provided before the exam.You can contact the H.U.B Endoscopy Clinic by phone at +32 (0)2.555.35.04 or by email via the link below. Contact the H.U.B Endoscopy Clinic Your Reference Center for Endoscopic Ultrasound Erasmus Hospital is a reference center for EUS, incorporating the latest innovations in diagnostics and minimally invasive treatments.We participate in international studies on diagnostic and therapeutic EUS to improve the technique’s efficacy and safety.Thanks to these advances, we provide more precise patient care, reduce the need for more invasive surgical procedures, and enhance treatment effectiveness.

To ensure that you are clearly informed about this procedure, we invite you to read this information carefully. Your doctor is available to provide any additional explanations you may require. What is an enteroscopy? Enteroscopy is a visual examination of the small intestine that can reveal lesions, allowing your doctor to determine the cause of your symptoms or abnormal blood tests (anemia). If necessary, tissue samples (biopsies) can be taken for microscopic analysis or lesions can be treated. Why have an enteroscopy? Your doctor recommended this procedure due to symptoms suggesting a problem in the digestive tract (small intestine). Enteroscopy is performed using an endoscope (a flexible tube with a camera and light at the tip) to detect internal lesions and take biopsies if needed. It helps diagnose various conditions (diarrhea, abdominal pain, bowel transit disorders, bleeding, anemia, weight loss, tumor detection, etc.). Polyp removal or coagulation of bleeding lesions is also possible. How to prepare for an enteroscopy? Inform your doctor about your medical history and current medications (especially blood-thinning drugs: aspirin, Plavix, Sintrom, Xarelto, Eliquis, Pradaxa…). Also report any known allergies.For lower enteroscopy, the intestine must be completely clean to allow accurate examination and therapeutic procedures. Follow the preparation instructions carefully (low-residue diet in the days before the exam and bowel-clearing drink the day before). See the colonoscopy preparation instructions. For upper enteroscopy, no preparation the day before is needed.You must be fasting (no food, drink, or smoking) for at least 6 hours before the procedure. Remove any dental prostheses and glasses. How is an enteroscopy performed? A long flexible endoscope is inserted through the mouth (upper enteroscopy) or anus (lower enteroscopy) and advanced into the small intestine. Sometimes, an overtube or balloon system is used to facilitate progression. Air is insufflated to flatten the intestinal walls. You may feel bloated or have gas after the procedure. Various biopsies may be taken if your doctor deems it necessary.If polyps are found, they are removed with forceps or an electric knife (“polypectomy”). Vascular ectasias (angiomas) may be coagulated.For your comfort, general anesthesia is often offered. The procedure lasts approximately 45 to 90 minutes, depending on whether both upper and lower routes are used. Hospital observation overnight is required after anesthesia. Possible complications of enteroscopy Any medical procedure, even when performed under optimal conditions, carries a risk of complications.Enteroscopy complications are rare (intestinal perforation, hematomas in the wall or abdomen, bleeding, infections, cardiovascular problems). Hospitalization or surgery may sometimes be required. Risk may be higher with prior medical history or certain medications. Complications can occur on the day of the procedure or in the following days.In case of abnormal symptoms (severe abdominal pain, blood in stool – red or black, chills, fever), contact the treating doctor during office hours (Monday to Friday, 8:00 – 16:30):Endoscopy Clinic, Erasme General Hospital: 02/555.32.92Day Hospital: 02/555.37.77If unreachable, promptly contact your general practitioner, on-call doctor, or emergency department.Between patients, the endoscope is disinfected, and used accessories are sterilized or disposed of (single-use equipment).