Emergencies in Neurometabolic Disorders and possible differential diagnosis
Emergencies in Neurometabolic Disorders, a new interactive educational event designed to enhance your expertise in managing acute neurometabolic conditions and their differential diagnoses.
This exciting two-day course consists of eight immersive modules covering key aspects of neurometabolic emergencies and their differential diagnoses. Participants will delve into crucial topics such as acute metabolic decompensations, neuroimaging patterns, emergency interventions, and mimicking conditions. The course offers insightful lectures from leading international experts, interactive clinical case discussions, a stimulating pro/con debate, and a high-energy quiz competition.
Join us for an engaging and educational experience at the forefront of neurometabolic emergency care!
After this training, you will be able to:
- Recognize the key signs and symptoms of acute metabolic disorders in emergency settings.
- Differentiate these conditions from other disorders with similar clinical presentations, such as acute psychosis, epilepsy, or movement disorders.
- Apply appropriate diagnostic strategies to ensure timely and accurate identification of metabolic emergencies.
- Implement effective management protocols to prevent irreversible complications.
- Collaborate with specialists in pediatrics, neurology, and metabolic medicine for an interdisciplinary approach to patient care.
Improve your skills in:
Contents
Module 1
NEONATES IN EMERGENCY SETTINGS
Module 2
EPILEPSY IN EMERGENCY SETTING
Module 3
ACUTE REGRESSION
Module 4
ACUTE ENCEPHALOPATHY
Module 5
ACUTE EMERGENCIES IN BETA-OXIDATION AND MITOCHONDRIAL DISORDERS
Acute emergencies in beta-oxidation and mitochondrial disorders.
Module 6
ACUTE MOVEMENT DISORDERS
Status Dystonicus.
DBS in acute refractory status dystonia.
Acute movement disorder.
Clinical case + quiz.
Module 7
ACUTE PSYCHIATRIC DISORDERS
Module 8
CLINICAL CASES
WORKSHOP 1
Treatable Leukodystrophies – Early Diagnosis as a Matter of Urgency.
WORKSHOP 2
Emergencies in Neurotransmitter Disorders.
SUBMIT YOUR CLINICAL CASES / CASE SERIES
We encourage you to submit clinical cases (resolved or unresolved) or interesting case series to present at the conference and discuss with the experts. The presentation time will be 10 minutes + 5 minutes for discussion.
Abstracts for selection can be submitted until 31 May 2025 at 23:59 (Barcelona time).
For selected cases, the presenting author must register for the course and present it in person on the afternoon of Friday, 04 July. The three best cases will receive a certificate for the Best Oral Presentation Award and a complimentary registration for next year's course.
To submit an abstract, please send 3 documents in PDF format to the email hospitalbarcelona.formacion@sjd.es with the subject line: Case for Emergencies in Neurometabolic Disorders Symposium
Documents to attach:
1. Abstract of the case or case series, including:
- Title, authors, and affiliations
- Introduction, clinical case, discussion
- Figure or image (optional but recommended)
- References (optional)
- Maximum length: 300 words (excluding title, authors, affiliations, and references).
2.Letter explaining the uniqueness of the case and reasons for presenting it at the course.
3. Brief CV/training summary of the presenting author (maximum 200 words).
Aimed at
- Health professionals dedicated to neurology (pediatric and adult) and/or inborn errors of metabolism and genetics.
- Researchers in the field of neuroscience, biochemistry and molecular biology.
- Family Associations.
Learning experience
We have designed a complete program, carefully prepared with the participation of expert speakers to guarantee you a high-level training experience.
The course is available both in-person and online, offering you flexibility in how to participate.
Spaces are provided to share experiences and network among participants.
Enhance your practical skills in simulation workshops with realistic and dynamic scenarios.
Refine your teamwork skills in adverse situations and share knowledge and experiences with your peers.
Registration options:
Special fees apply to countries in Latin America & the Caribbean (LATAM) and Low-Income and Middle-Income Countries (LMIIC).
- May 31, 2025: 130 euros. From June 1, 2025: 150 euros
Direction
Teaching team
Accredited training
European EAACME (SEAFORMEC) accreditation has been requested
Do you need futher information?
Contact us, and we will answer your questions about the program.