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The teams at the Department of Gastroenterology and Digestive Oncology of the Erasmus Hospital and Jules Bordet Institute propose a fast track diagnosis of colorectal cancer. The teams at the Department of Gastroenterology and Digestive Oncology of the Erasmus Hospital and Jules Bordet Institute propose a fast track diagnosis of colorectal cancer for patients showing warning signs, a positive result for the presence of blood in the stools or at high risk. On 20 and 21 March a giant colon will be installed in the lobby of the Erasmus Hospital and Jules Bordet Institute. Professionals from our institutions will be present to accompany you as you discover this organ and to stress the importance of colorectal cancer screening.  Essential screening Every year more than 8,000 Belgians, men and women, are diagnosed with colorectal cancer. In 90% of cases they are aged over 50. One third of these people die from their cancer because it was detected too late. If treated in time, colorectal cancer is cured in 90% of cases. Faced with this situation, our professionals decided to put into place fast track diagnosis for patients with warning signs or at high risk.  Screening with a colonoscopy is essential as it reduces the risk of developing a colorectal cancer and cuts colorectal cancer mortality by 50%. In addition to the diagnosis, this examination also has a treatment value as it makes it possible to detect the cancer at an early stage and to prevent a cancer developing by removing colorectal polyps and early stage cancers.  Who is the screening for? In the general population the risk becomes significant after the age of 50. From that age it is easy to effect the screening test by searching for blood in the stools. This test is proposed by your Region via a personalised invitation every two years (Brussels: www.Bruprev.be; Wallonia : www.ccref.org; Flanders: https://www.cvko.vlaanderen/) If you are a person at risk (a hereditary mutation such as familial adenomatous polyposis or Lynch syndrome, personal or family history of polyps and/or colorectal cancer, inflammatory disease of the  digestive tract  - Crohn’s disease or rectocolitis) or if you show warning signs such as the presence of blood in the stools, an unexplained or lasting change in the frequency of bowel movements, abdominal pain or unexplained weight loss, you can make an appointment with our professionals who will then rapidly schedule a colonoscopy.  Gastroenterology consultation: • Jules Bordet Institute +32 (0)2 541 34 80 • Erasmus +32 (0)2 555 35 04 Screening consultation Jules Bordet Institute (if no symptoms) : +32 (0)2 541 30 55 A giant colon and a mini exhibition to boost awareness The month of March is colorectal cancer awareness month. On this occasion the Jules Bordet Institute will be organising an awareness raising event complete with a giant colon. Accompanied by health professionals, you can go inside the colon to discover the organ in 3D and better understand why and how to protect yourself against colorectal cancer, one of the most deadly cancers in Belgium. Note the dates: 20 March at the Erasmus Hospital, between 9 am ad 4 pm; 21 March at the Jules Bordet Institute, between 9 am and 4 pm.  

The role of biobanks The mission of the Erasmus Hospital and ULB Faculty of Medicine biobanks is to collect, store and supply biological samples for scientific research subject to very strict regulations. The samples are obtained from residue body material following diagnoses or collected in connection with clinical studies.The material is linked to data on the sampling, pathology and patient while preserving donor anonymity. In Belgium, the donation of human body material is governed by the law of 19 December 2008. In the case of sampling following a diagnosis, the principle of opting out applies. In this case the residual material is used unless the patient opposes it in writing. This can be done at any time, including a posteriori. In the case of clinical studies, the patient’s prior agreement in writing is required. Any project for scientific research that wants to use samples stored in a biobank must submit a file for approval by the Ethics Committee and Scientific Council.  Sample circuit Hospital-Faculty Council for Biobanks (CBEU) PresentationThe Conseil hospitalo-facultaire des biobanques Erasmus-ULB/ Hospital-Faculty Council of the Erasmus-ULB biobanks (CBEU) was founded in 2012 to facilitate and harmonise the day-to-day management of the Erasmus Hospital and Faculty of Medicine biobanks in regard to the law of 19 December 2008 concerning the use of human body material (HBM) intended for medical applications or the purposes of scientific research. Aim and missionsThe CBEU supports biobanks and researchers, in particular on matters concerning their legal, deontological and ethical obligations. It acts as an umbrella structure providing a contact point between the hospital and faculty biobanks and the public authorities, Ethics Committee and researchers in particular.   It encourages scientific researchOrganisationThe CBEU consists of a Bureau with decision-making powers concerning its day-to-day and operational management. The Bureau meets at least three times a year. In addition to the Bureau, the CBEU includes members representing a particular biobank, that is, natural or legal persons representing a biobank that already exists or is in the process of being set up and that is active within the Erasmus Hospital or ULB Faculty of Medicine. There are also associate members that are admitted following a decision of the Bureau as they possess recognised scientific authority in a field of direct or indirect interest to the CBEU. A general assembly, convened by the Bureau, meets annually.   BureauComposition of the BureauChairman: Pr M. Remmelink.Members: Pr G. Smits, Dr E. Trepo, Pr J. Nortier, Pr F. Mascart, Pr I. Salmon, Dr Y. Sokolow, Pr J-M. Hougardy, Pr J-L. Van LaethemFunctioning of the BureauThe Bureau has set up working groups so as to be able to communicate information to all the CBEU members on the following points: Inventory of existing biobanksType of material storedLink with other teaching hospitals in the networkPutting into place of an adequate IT tool for day-to-day biobank management. Contacts with patients Biobanks on the Erasmus campus There are 10 biobanks on the Erasmus campus.  They are grouped together within the CBEU. They are also members of regional (BWB), national (Plan Cancer (Action 27) - BBMRI.be)  and European (BBMRI) networks, thereby contributing to international scientific projects. Consult the organizational chart Contacts Name and particulars of contact personsCBEU management: Prof. M. RemmelinkTel.:  +32 (02) 555 31 16 E-mail :  myriam [dot] remmelink [at] erasme [dot] ulb [dot] ac [dot] be (myriam[dot]remmelink[at]hubruxelles[dot]be)  CBEU secretary: F. SandrasTel :  +32 (02) 555 89 13 Fax :  +32 (02) 555 47 90 E-mail :  info [dot] cbeu [at] erasme [dot] ulb [dot] ac [dot] be (info[dot]cbeu[at]hubruxelles[dot]be)Address: Route de Lennik, 808 1070 Anderlecht Consult the ethical charter for the collection, storage and use of human body material for the purposes of scientific research, drawn up by the BWB working group.  Charte éthique Useful links Biothèque Wallonie Bruxelles Belgian Cancer Registry BBMRI CMI-BBMRI. Vlaanderen Biobanques - Réseau français des biobanques International Society for Biological and Environmental Repositories - ISBER European, Middle Eastern & African Society for Biopreservation & Biobanking - E… The Erasmus Hospital and ULB Faculty of Medicine biobanks collect, store and supply biological samples for the purposes of scientific research. There are 10 of these biobanks on the Erasmus campus, grouped together within the CBEU (Conseil Hospitalo Facultaire des Biobanques Erasme-ULB/Hospital-Faculty Council of Erasmus-ULB biobanks).

On the occasion of Purple Day, we met with the Neurotechnology Department at Erasmus Hospital, a key player in the fight against epilepsy. The Neurotechnology Department: a key player in the fight against epilepsy At the forefront of epilepsy management, this department stands out as an indispensable player, providing specialized expertise and advanced technologies for accurate diagnosis and continuous patient monitoring. What sets this department apart is its mobility, availability, and versatility across other services. Utilizing portable electroencephalograms, the nurses in this department intervene whenever a neurological issue in a patient needs analysis, whether it be in neurology, intensive care, neonatology, geriatrics, or elsewhere. What sets this department apart is its mobility, availability, and versatility across other services Accurate diagnosis and continuous monitoring The Neurotechnology Department has a 5-room epilepsy exploration unit, capable of accommodating patients requiring thorough diagnostic evaluations of the frequency, intensity, and origin of their symptoms for hospitalization of at least 24 hours. Sometimes even in anticipation of surgical treatment for their epilepsy. The nurses in the neurotechnology department also perform outpatient procedures: electroencephalograms and evoked potentials. With exemplary responsiveness, essential mobility, and specialized expertise, it contributes to precise diagnosis and ensures continuous monitoring of epileptic patients, resulting in improved patient care. In the fight against epilepsy, the Neurotechnology Department at Erasme Hospital emerges as a key element in patient management. Affiche de présentation du Service de Neurotechnique Le service de Neurologie Contact: nathalie [dot] buffe [at] hubruxelles [dot] be

You live abroad and want to organise  hospitalisation or receive medical treatment at the H.U.B (Jules Bordet Institute, Queen Fabiola Children’s University Hospital, Erasmus Hospital)  You have social security cover in Europe For scheduled care your insurer must issue you with document S2 (formerly E112) For a medical emergency confirmed by a doctor at our institution, the EHIC (European Health Insurance Card) can be used. We ask you to check your card’s expiry date.    You do not have social security cover in Belgium or Europe Please provide the department secretariat or specialist doctor with:  Your medical file that should be as complete as possible so as to determine the treatment your health condition requires.  A copy of an official identity document and/or of your passport clearly indicating your family name, first names and date of birth.  On the basis of the information communicated by the medical team, the Preadmission Unit or Insurance Unit will provide you with an estimate of the costs of the treatment  required. If you have a payment guarantee from an insurer, please provide us with this so that the insurance Unit can validate it. If not, please make the payment of the full amount of the estimate.  Once the care has been validated, the Insurance Unit will put you into contact with the secretariat of the department or specialist doctor in charge of your file so as to plan for your arrival.  On the day of your arrival at the H.U.B please go to reception with a valid identity document (identity card or passport). 

On November 8, 2024, the Brussels University Hospital(H.U.B.) will host an international symposium dedicated to pediatric epilepsy neurosurgery. This event will bring together national and international experts to discuss the latest advancements and explore future perspectives in this highly specialized field Program and ThemesThe symposium will focus on several major themes aimed at improving the management of epileptic patients, particularly children resistant to medication. Topics to be covered include:Utilization of SEEG (Stereo-electroencephalography) and LITT (Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy): These advanced techniques are crucial for pediatric patients whose epilepsy does not respond to traditional pharmaceutical treatments. SEEG provides a detailed analysis of brain activity to precisely locate epileptogenic zones, while LITT offers a minimally invasive method to treat these areas without resorting to traditional open surgery.Analysis of Neural Connectivity: This innovative method aims to predict the absence of postoperative seizures, allowing for more precise surgical planning and optimized outcomes for patients.New Surgical Approaches: The symposium will introduce a novel concept of proposing resective surgery for non-refractory focal epileptic children. The goal is to minimize the impact of antiepileptic drugs on children's cognitive development and quality of life by reducing the need for long-term pharmacological treatments.Experts and DiscussionsThe event will host renowned experts, both national and international, who will share their expertise, discuss the latest advancements, and explore future perspectives in pediatric epilepsy surgery.Registration and ProgramRegistrationProgramDate: November 8, 2024Time: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PMLocation: Musée de la Médecine, Erasme Hospital ULB, 808 route de Lennik, 1070 BrusselsContact Information: Email: Symposium_Epilepsy [dot] Neurosurgery [at] hubruxelles [dot] beFees:Medical Professionals: €60Paramedical Professionals and Students: €20

On June 19, 2024, Brussels University Hospital (H.U.B) invites you to a landmark event in honor of World Sickle Cell Day World Sickle Cell Day on June 19, 2024. Unveiling of the New Hospitalization Unit at Erasme. Join us as the Hematology Department at Erasme debuts its pioneering hospitalization unit designed exclusively for teenagers and adults with sickle cell disease. This milestone represents a significant leap forward in managing this intricate genetic disorder, providing a care environment meticulously tailored to meet the unique needs of its patients. Film and Testimonials Attendees will have the chance to view a documentary crafted specifically for this event, illuminating the daily challenges faced by those affected by sickle cell disease and their caregivers, alongside the latest promising therapeutic advancements. Encouraging Perspectives This event will also showcase the most recent developments in the treatment of sickle cell disease, focusing particularly on the exciting opportunities presented by gene therapy. This cutting-edge treatment modifies patients' cells to produce healthy hemoglobin. The narrative of the first patient treated with this method in Belgium will be shared. Understanding Sickle Cell Disease Sickle cell disease is a complex genetic condition that alters the properties of red blood cells and necessitates specialized, comprehensive care. The Erasme and HUDERF centers at H.U.B are renowned for their leadership in tackling this disease, providing state-of-the-art multidisciplinary care and actively driving research into innovative treatments. Registration Open Practical Information: Date and Time: June 19, 2024, beginning at 12 pm Location: Tagnon Auditorium, Jules Bordet Institute (H.U.B) Address: Rue Meylemeersch 90, 1070 Brussels The session will conclude with a networking luncheon. For further details, please contact us via email at secretariat [dot] hematologie [at] hubruxelles [dot] be (secretariat[dot]hematologie[at]hubruxelles[dot]be)

Organized: October 1st & 2nd 2026 at the Museum of Medicine (Erasmus Campus – Place Facultaire, Route de Lennik, 808, 1070 Brussels, Belgium). Please note: registration is free but mandatory, the event is organized on-site (no videoconferencing).  Discover the programme Find out more about the programme for the workshop, which takes place on 1 and 2 October 2026, and register using the online form. Programme Workshop of video-assisted technology in Thoracic Pathology Your personal data First name Last name Email Phone number Your profession Which institute are you working at? Your registration for the workshop : Video-assisted technology in Thoracic Pathology Jeudi 01/10/2026 - Thursday 10/01/2026 Vendredi 02/10/2026 - Friday 10/02/2026 Both days Your registration to the diner (Thursday evening -26/09/2024) Oui/Yes Non/no Please note: this is a paid dinner event. If you selected “Yes”, a fee of 50 euros will be charged. They support us This workshop is supported by:Belgian Respiratory Society (BeRS)Royal Belgian Society for Surgery (RBSS)Belgian Section of Thoracic Surgery (BeSTS) Our sponsors Contact Mélissa BourleauEmail : Melissa [dot] Bourleau [at] hubruxelles [dot] be (Melissa[dot]Bourleau[at]hubruxelles[dot]be)Phone number : +32 (0)2 555 53 49

In the complex landscape of youth mental health, eating disorders (EDs) present significant challenges, requiring sustained attention and swift action. As June 2nd marks World Eating Disorders Action Day, raising awareness about the early detection and treatment of these devastating disorders is crucial What Are Eating Disorders? Eating disorders involve much more than just disturbed eating habits. They are psychiatric illnesses characterized by a dysfunctional relationship with food, weight, and body image. Predominantly observed in adolescents, these disorders can appear at any age and affect men as well. Anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating disorder are among the most common forms, with profound impacts on an individual's physical and mental health.Early DetectionThe vigilance of parents and healthcare professionals is essential in identifying the early signs of EDs. Any changes in eating habits, an obsession with weight and appearance, and signs of social withdrawal and low self-esteem must be taken seriously. Early detection can prevent severe complications and improve the chances of recovery.Family-Based Therapy (FBT)For those who suspect the presence of an ED in their child or adolescent, prompt medical consultation is imperative. At Erasme Hospital and the Children's Hospital, Silvana Fuso, a specialist in EDs, offers an innovative approach with Family-Based Therapy (FBT). This method actively involves parents in the therapeutic process, providing crucial familial support for recovery.Read our page dedicated to this health issueContact InformationTo schedule an appointment with Silvana Fuso:Erasme Hospital: EMC Child and Adolescent ConsultationSecretariat: +32 2 555 32 96Appointment Request FormChildren's Hospital (Huderf)University Children's Hospital's Child Psychiatry Service: +32 2 477 3180Appointment Request Form

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In November 2024, this specialty will be highlighted during a dedicated event, underscoring the importance and advancements of epilepsy neurosurgery in Belgium. Healthcare professionals will have the opportunity to gather, share their knowledge, and explore new perspectives offered by this discipline. Epilepsy neurosurgery in Belgium: a leading specializationIn Belgium, neurosurgery, and more specifically epilepsy neurosurgery, represents a medical specialty that is both advanced and rare. Essential for the treatment of patients with epilepsy who are refractory to traditional medication treatments, this discipline is distinguished by its cutting-edge techniques and promising results.State-of-the-art equipment at the H.U.B.The Brussel University Hospital (H.U.B.) stands out for its use of advanced technologies for the treatment of epilepsy, notably SEEG (stereo-electroencephalography) and, soon, LITT (laser interstitial thermotherapy). The H.U.B. boasts some of the leading specialists who utilize this advanced equipment, crucial for pediatric patients resistant to traditional pharmaceutical treatments.SEEG: precision and effectivenessSEEG provides a detailed mapping of brain activity, accurately pinpointing epileptogenic zones. With this technique, neurosurgeons can identify the areas responsible for epileptic seizures with great precision, facilitating more targeted and effective interventions.LITT: minimally invasive innovationSoon, the H.U.B. will integrate LITT into its treatment protocols. This technique offers a minimally invasive solution for treating the epileptogenic zones identified by SEEG, using a laser to destroy the brain tissue responsible for seizures. LITT serves as an effective alternative to traditional open surgeries when the functional or cognitive risk is too high. It provides a curative solution for patients who were previously deemed inoperable.An international symposium in November 2024On November 8, 2024, the H.U.B. will host an international symposium dedicated to epilepsy neurosurgery. This event will bring together world-renowned experts to discuss the latest advancements and innovative perspectives in this highly specialized field. The goal is to improve the care of epilepsy patients and to promote cutting-edge surgical techniques.Practical InformationDate: November 8, 2024Time: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PMLocation: Museum of Medicine, Erasme Hospital ULB, 808 route de Lennik, 1070 BrusselsTo access the detailed program and register, please follow this link.

On 25 October 2024 Brussels University Hospital will be celebrating 25 years of its Gamma Knife Centre. Image To mark the occasion, a scientific day in the presence of experts is being organised. Practical informationWhen? 25 October 2024 from 9 am to 5:30 pmWhere? The Royal Library of Belgium –Boulevard de l’Empereur,4 -1000 Brussels Program Click here Accreditation in ethics and economicsRegistration REGISTRATION

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