Publisher: The First Affiliated Hospital of Jinan University

Date: May 24, 2024

In a stunning display of surgical prowess, Dr. Lai Caiyong, the esteemed Chief Physician at the First Affiliated Hospital of Jinan University, clinched the championship and Best Popularity Award in the highly anticipated finals of the inaugural National Urology Laparoscopic Surgery Video Competition.

The culminating event, which unfolded on May 18, 2024, in Guangzhou, saw Dr. Lai Caiyong presenting his groundbreaking surgical video titled Complete 3D Laparoscopic Left Intestinal Replacement for High Ureteral Disruption Injury. The exceptional performance by Dr. Lai Caiyong underscored a pinnacle of excellence in the realm of urological surgery, captivating judges and audiences alike.

Dr. Lai Caiyong (center) and Professor Liu Chunxiao (first from the right), the judges, and Professor Qiu Jianguang (first from the left), the chairman of the conference

The competition spotlighted the complexities of addressing high ureteral detachment, avulsion, and intricate ureteral strictures post-radiotherapy for cervical cancer, challenges that have long posed a formidable obstacle in the domain of urological tract repair and reconstruction. Under the visionary leadership of Director Zhuo Yumin, the Department of Urology at the First Affiliated Hospital has spearheaded innovative approaches to advance upper urinary tract repair and reconstruction surgery.

Dr. Lai Caiyong's victory stands as a testament to the hospital's pioneering initiatives, including the milestone achievement of conducting complete laparoscopic bilateral intestinal ureteral replacement for radiotherapy-induced ureteral stenosis in January 2021. Furthermore, the hospital's successful execution of laparoscopic autologous kidney transplantation for high-risk ureteral tumors in December 2021 marked a significant milestone in the field.

The fiercely competitive National Urology Laparoscopic Surgery Video Competition, co-organized by esteemed medical bodies such as the Urology Accelerated Rehabilitation Professional Committee of the Guangdong Grassroots Medical Association and the Olympus China Medical Education and Training Center, attracted participation from over 60 prestigious hospitals nationwide, exemplifying a collaborative platform for knowledge exchange and excellence in surgical innovation.

Drawing from a wealth of experience and expertise, the urology team at the First Affiliated Hospital continues to elevate patient care through the implementation of complete laparoscopic ureteral replacement therapy for a spectrum of complex ureteral conditions. These pioneering efforts not only alleviate patient discomfort associated with traditional stenting methods but also play a pivotal role in preserving renal function and enhancing outcomes for individuals grappling with urinary incontinence or renal dysfunction.

The hospital's research advancements, highlighted by publications in the esteemed international journal BMC Surgery, have garnered widespread recognition from the global scientific community, affirming the institution's commitment to advancing medical knowledge and patient-centric care.