Herestraat 49
3000 Leuven
The Young Pathologists Section (YPS), in collaboration with the Belgian Society of Pathology (BSP), is proud to present the YPS Perinatal Day 2026 — a focused, hands‑on educational event tailored for early‑career physicians interested in perinatal pathology.
Whether you're a resident, lab technician, pathologist, or simply a young clinician with a fascination for the perinatal field, this day is designed to boost your diagnostic skills, sharpen your understanding of fetal and placental pathology, and connect you with a vibrant professional community. Expect dynamic talks, interactive sessions, and plenty of opportunities to discuss, exchange, and grow.
Learn from International Experts
World-renowned faculty from Massachusetts, Belgium, and the Netherlands will share their cutting-edge knowledge and real-world experience.
Program
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9:00 |
Introduction |
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9:15 |
General Principles of Macroscopy in Perinatal Pathology |
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9:45 |
Systematic Placenta Grossing |
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11:00 |
Break |
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10:55 |
Standard Reporting of Placenta (PALGA) : Dutch experience |
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12:00 |
Fetal Autopsy Standard Protocol |
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13:00 |
Lunch |
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14:00 |
High Yield Pathology |
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14:45 |
Common Syndromic Abnormalities in Foetal Pathology |
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15:30 |
Break |
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15:45 |
Workshop : Placenta Cases |
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16:45 |
Closing Remarks |
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17:00 |
End |
Practical information
Registration: mandatory untill 14 January 2026
The workshop is in English.
Parking: Onderwijs en Navorsing
Route description pdf - GPS 50.882450, 4.674590,