More than 30 speakers and many international entries took place at the 6th Panhellenic Conference of the Professional Association of Pathologists of Greece at the Valis Hotel in Volos, from June 26th to June 29th, under the auspices of the Magnesia Medical Association.

In the context of the development of EPEP relations with the European Union of Special Doctors (UMS), distinguished members were hosted, such as the Vice President of Andreas Papandroudis. Among the prominent personalities who took part was the President of EUROPEAN FEDERATION OF INTERNALINE.

The opening ceremony was welcomed by the Deputy Minister of Health in Mental Health, Dimitris Vartzopoulos, who emphasized the key role that physicians play in the health system played in the health system.

The work of the 6th Panhellenic Congress of the EPEE placed particular emphasis on transplants that are progressively increasing in Greece, while discussing issues such as the difficulties of practicing pathology in border island areas, environmental pollution in cardiovascular syndromes, arterial hypertension etc.

Dramatic under -staffing continues in the Pathological Clinics of the Region

Pathologists’ movements to the region and the dramatic undercover of pathological clinics especially in drama, Rethymnon, Kos, Samos, Didymoteicho, Syros, Corfu, Sparta, Kefalonia, employed the closing ceremony where it was noted, among other things, that it was noted that Pathological clinics in Greece. EPEP is trying to stop the depreciation of the physicians in our country and to reinstate the specialty to it, the EPEP President and Chairman of the Organizing Committee of the Conference Evangelos Toulis stressed, stressing that in order to happen in the near future, it should be in the near future – Aristotle.
It is noteworthy that this year’s conference as well as last year there was a seminar of a focused emergency clinical ultrasound despite the Pocus, in collaboration with the Hellenic Company of Emergency Medicine, as part of the development of physicians’ skills.

What should the pathologist know about transplants?

The critical role of the physician in transplants spoke. Professor of Pathology – Hepatology, Fourth Pathology Clinic, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki Hospital, Emmanuel Sinakos. Mr Sinakos said that today in Greece there are coordinated efforts in the field of transplants, which have led to an increase in the number of successful transplants. The familiarization of physicians with the idea of ​​transplantation will be crucial in this ongoing effort. “Transplantation is the only therapeutic solution for the final stage of heart deficiency, liver and lungs and the most effective solution for the final stage renal failure. It is based on the idea of ​​donating organs and tissues, which is the highest form of voluntary offer and altruism, as well as the basic condition for the transplant. The second pillar of transplant support is the timely recognition and referral of the prospective graft recipients to transplant centers. The pathologist can play a crucial role in this process because of its central role in patient care. “

Reduction of traffic noise and air pollution leads to lower blood pressure

Atmospheric pollution and noise are ranked among the younger cardiovascular risk factors, Assistant Professor of Pathology AUTH, Panayiotas Anapandis, said in her speech. “Both factors are stressful stimuli that are blamed for increasing blood pressure, especially in urbanized environments with high exposure to gas pollutants and traffic noise. The underlying mechanisms are common and include the activation of the sympathetic nervous system, subclinical inflammation and the production of oxidative stress. The causal relationship between pollution with hypertension is further supported by studies in which the reduction of traffic noise and air pollution leads to a decrease in blood pressure. ” Consequently, the adoption of similar measures at a population level in the context of public health policies could significantly contribute to improving hypertension and general cardiovascular health control, Ms. Anaphandis stressed to point out that at an individual level, it is recommended to reduce the exposure to the individual levels. Their activities mainly in the exterior and indoors.

Difficulties of practicing pathology in border island areas

Pathology in border island areas is a difficult task, Pathologist Diabetic Director of Pathology at Samos General Hospital Maria Pelagia Koukoulis said in her speech. “The lack of specialized staff, the deficiency of infrastructure and equipment, the under -staffing of hospitals and health structures are forcing the pathologist to work in highly demanding and adverse conditions. Geographical restrictions also play an important role.

Drgs in the Greek Health System

MD, MSC, Cardiologist-Editor I, Intensive Care-Emergency, PGNI SA Ioannis Francianos referred to DRGs (Diagnosis Related Groups-Diagnostic Homogeneous Groups) related to the new model of compensation for hospitals. According to him, the implementation of DRG to the Greek health system is a radical reform, with the aim of objectifying funding, reducing inequalities and improving resource management. “Critical is the creation of a national” Grouper “, an algorithmic tool that will classify clinical data according to Greek particularities, enhancing the accuracy and validity of the system. In addition, integration of electronic documentation and expansion into special areas (eg psychiatry, oncology) highlight the dynamics of the model. The continuous improvement of the system, through the education of those involved and the coding information, will determine the success of reform in the near future. “

Art of diagnosis and often diagnostic errors

About the art of diagnosis and the frequent diagnostic errors were spoken by the Professor of Pathology AUTH, Director of the First Educational Pathology Clinic Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. AHEPA Hospital, Christos Savvopoulos, who presented actual clinical cases, appropriate diagnostic techniques and key findings whose evaluation determines the doctor’s judgment, leading him to proper and timely diagnosis and avoiding diagnostic and diagnostics. As the professor pointed out, the precise diagnosis is the foundation stone of medical practice, directly affecting the outcome of treatment and the quality of life of patients in time. “Specifically in Pathology, currently supported by personalized and appropriate clinical laboratory and imaging with available and relatively easily accessible innovative technology services and equipment, the application of relevant algorithms is an art. And it must be taught from the first day of students’ contact with the patient, in order to often avoid diagnostic errors that afflict patients and doctors, leading to complications several times, increased morbidity and mortality, disability, and sometimes in long -term lawsuit,

Longevity and anti -aging

The progress of science and technology in prolonging healthy life and strategies developed for a greater life expectancy, MD, MSC, a general family physician in Thessaloniki, Catherine Tsirgiannis. According to her, it is essentially a synergy of science, technology and innovation, with the aim of promoting healthy longevity. “Iatric Macroso, is rapidly developing with the aim of exploring and importing evolution consisting of healthy habits, reversing the concept of aging, usually associated with diseases and mortality. This gives the opportunity to cultivate health with positive, more wise and foresight thinking. Personalized medicine, artificial intelligence, and regenerative medicine – in harmonious cooperation contribute to the delay in aging. Healthy longevity requires a holistic approach. The combination of lifestyle, medical innovations and early diagnosis is the key not only in prolonging life but also in quality of life. “