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The ESMO Virtual Meeting on Metastases will focus on the biology of this most lethal hallmark of cancer and the impact of tumor microenvironment on cancer metastases initiation and progression. A special part of the Virtual Meeting will be dedicated to the pathophysiology of bone metastases, their prevention, functional imaging, multidisciplinary management and clinical application and integration of bone-targeted treatments.

Who should attend

The program is designed for basic scientists, experts in clinical translation of basic science findings to practice,
medical oncologists, surgeons, radiotherapists, and organ-based specialists. In addition, interventional radiologists, imaging specialists, pathologists, those involved in the clinical trials for anti-metastatic agents, supportive care specialists and research nurses can benefit from attending.

Learning objectives

• Learn about the developmental processes involved in metastases
• Recognize biomarkers in determining potential for distant metastases
• Understand the basis of emerging treatment targets and novel strategies in the management of cancer
• metastases
• Grasp the multidisciplinary aspects in the research, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and palliation of cancer
• Metastases

Benefits in attending

• To receive a high scientific level overview in the field of cancer metastases with concurrent coverage of clinical aspects and practice applicability
• An ideal place for scientists and clinicians to disseminate information
• Provides excellent possibility to exchange opinions within interactive environment
• Excellent exposure to info not diluted at general oncology conferences
• Focus on hot topics in cancer metastases research of interest to multiple disciplines
• Encourages research team on cancer metastases integration and enhances discussion among specialists
• Provides excellent networking opportunities