Call for Complex Case Submissions – Competency in Phlebology 2026

As part of the scientific program of Competency in Phlebology 2026, we are pleased to invite healthcare professionals with a special interest in deep venous disease to submit complex clinical cases for potential presentation during the course. Among the submitted cases, the Scientific Committee will select 12 for 3-minute presentation.

This call is open to phlebologists, vascular surgeons, angiologists, and interventional radiologists who are actively involved in the management of deep vein disorders.

Submission Deadline: March 6, 2026
Submission Email: science@imithi.it 

Topics of Interest

We encourage the submission of cases that fall into one or more of the following categories:

• Complex cases with no clear or satisfactory solution
• Challenging cases where the treatment approach failed or led to complications
• Cases requiring multidisciplinary approaches
• Unusual or rare presentations of deep venous disease
• Decision-making dilemmas in treatment planning
• Difficulties in post-thrombotic syndrome management
• Technical challenges in surgical and endovascular techniques

 Submissions must be in English and follow the format below:

• Include a short abstract (< 500 words) in PDF format to explain the clinical case
• Include a detailed description of the clinical background, treatment strategy, and final outcome
• Include high-quality images and/or videos where applicable
• Do not include any references to commercial products, medical devices, or company names

 How to Submit

Abstracts and presentations must be sent via email with the subject line:
“Competency in Phlebology 2026 – Case Submission – [Name Surname]”

In the body of the email, please include:

• Your specialization
• Your affiliation (hospital, clinic, or university)
• Contact details (email and phone number)
• Any potential conflicts of interest
• The name of the presenting author, who will be considered the main contact for all correspondence related to the submission

For large files, please include a WeTransfer link or equivalent file-sharing service.

Benefits for Selected Cases

Authors of selected cases will be invited to present their work during the congress and will receive complimentary registration for the full event.