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The theme of the Congress is “Integration: PD for Everyone, by Everyone, Everywhere”. This is a very fitting theme for our times. For way too long, peritoneal dialysis has been considered as a dialysis modality for some patients, by some nephrologists, for some period of time. As such, the therapy has been much less available to patients with kidney failure than in-center hemodialysis. Yet, experiences worldwide belie that perception of the therapy. Clinical outcomes with PD in countries with “PD first” public policies, such as in Hong Kong and Thailand, are comparable to or better than seen with in-center hemodialysis. Rapid expansion in access with “PD-favored” public policies, such as in the United States, has been remarkably successful, effective and safe. Moreover, the simplicity of the therapy could make kidney replacement treatment available to millions worldwide that presently don’t have such access.
We welcome the full range of health professionals to participate in the Congress. The program is geared to serve the entire multidisciplinary team involved in the care of patients undergoing PD around the world – physicians, advanced health practitioners, nurses, dietitians, and social workers. I look forward to seeing you in Cape Town.
Raj Mehrotra
ISPD President
Abstract Submissions are Now Open for ISPD, SANS AND RCSSA
On behalf of the South African Nephrology society we are eager to welcome our colleagues from all over the world for the upcoming conference of the ISPD. Peritoneal dialysis is an underutilized resource which holds the promise of increasing access to kidney replacement therapy in countries like ours. During this congress it will be in the spotlight in the beautiful city of Cape Town. This provides an opportunity for academic engagement and promotion of best practices around the world and in our own communities. We look forward to seeing you all!
Dr Shoyab Wadee
SANS President
This city, ranked as the best city in the world by the Telegraph Travel Awards 2023 and winner of 8 of the World Tourism Awards including Africas leading meeting and conference destination 2022 will form the backdrop for an exceptional scientific program. The meeting will focus on the latest evidence, expansion of PD globally and the role of the multidisciplinary team. We will include parallel sessions in French, acknowledging the significant proportion of clinicians from francophone countries in Africa and globally.
Aside from the scientific program we invite you to share the rich tourism opportunities in both the Western Cape and greater Southern Africa including the iconic Table Mountain, Cape Winelands and Safaris.
On behalf of the South African Nephrology community we look forward to inviting you to our beautiful country.
Brett Cullis
LOC Chair
The CTICC is located in the heart of Cape Town and is one of Africa’s leading convention centres. Located just 20 kilometres from Cape Town International Airport and approximately 1 kilometre from the V&A Waterfront, the venue offers delegates a wide selection of nearby hotels, ensuring convenient and comfortable accommodations.
The CTICC is conveniently located in the central business and entertainment hub of the city, and is close to many major attractions, and places to eat.
ISPD 2026 will be an in-person event held at Cape Town International Convention Centre.
