TITLE
Srini Chandra : Vascular lesions -Birthmarks and Other Blood Vessel Anomalies in the Head & Neck
TALK INFO
Most vascular anomalies occur in the head and neck area. Despite being considered rare, affecting only 5% of cases, inadequate management has led to significant disfigurement. A thorough grasp of this complex yet benign condition is crucial. Understanding its history, pathophysiological development, and current management approaches is vital for effective clinical care in this specialized field. Dr. Chandra will descibe a concise Head and Neck Surgical classification for vascular anomalies, which serves as a valuable surgical roadmap.
THIS EVENT IS ACCREDITED
CLINICAL PATHWAY
Pathology
SPEAKER
DATE
04/11/24
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
Understand the epidemiology, clinical features, and significance of vascular anomalies in the head and neck region.
Describe the history and pathophysiology of these anomalies to inform effective clinical assessment.
Recognize current management strategies and potential pitfalls that may lead to disfigurement.
Learn Dr. Chandra’s concise Head and Neck Surgical classification as a practical roadmap for surgical planning.
Apply this classification to guide decision-making and optimize outcomes in patients with vascular anomalies.
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Dr. Srinivasa Chandra is an OMF surgeon and Associate Professor at OHSU. He is an expert in oral and head and neck cancer and microvascular reconstruction.
He also focuses on:
Vascular lesions: birthmarks and other blood vessel anomalies
Cranofacial trauma: injury to the face, neck, scalp, skull and eye
Salivary gland and facial pathology, like tumors and disorders
Dr. Chandra’s research has appeared in publications such as Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics of North America, Journal of Vascular Surgery and Gland Surgery.
CE ACCREDITATION
surgeOn is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. surgeOn designates this activity for 1 credit hour of continuing education credits.
This event may also be accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®) for a maximum of 1 European CME credits (ECMEC®s). Each medical specialist should claim only those hours of credit that he/she actually spent in the educational activity. If you are a learner based in the U.S. or Canada EACCME credits are recognized by the American Medical Association (AMA) and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
DECLARATION
In accordance with criterion 13 of document UEMS 2023.07.rev “EACCME® Criteria for the Accreditation of Live Educational Events (LEEs)” and the Standard v. Commercial or Promotional Conflict of Interest, published by the American Dental Association Continuing Education Recognition Program (ADA CERP), all surgeON presenters sign a Conflict of Interest form to document all perceived or actual conflicts of interest for the last 3 years, whether due to a financial or other relationship. This document can be viewed at the beginning of the event or on request by emailing info@surgeon-events.org No fee, honorarium or arrangement for re-imbursement of expenses in relation to the this event has been provided to the speaker.
