Pathology 2024

Sachini Malaviarachchi speaker at Global Summit on Pathology
Sachini Malaviarachchi

University Hospital Plymouth NHS Trust, UK


Abstract:

Background: Brain tumours present a multifaceted challenge in oncology, characterized by complex tumour behaviours and significant diagnostic dilemmas. Survival outcomes hinge on advances in pathology and treatment approaches. This presentation aims to dissect the pathological underpinnings of brain tumours, scrutinize diagnostic challenges, and evaluate the impact of recent healthcare innovations on treatment efficacy and patient survival. Layout: 1.  To explore the pathological perspectives of brain tumour behaviour influencing survival rates. 2.  To assess diagnostic challenges in brain tumour pathology. 3.  To review the latest healthcare innovations and their implications on the management of primary brain tumours. Reflection through landmark studies: ·         Analysis of brain tumour survival data from the CONCORD-3 study. ·         Evaluation of evidence supporting craniotomy and spinal irradiation. ·         Comparative review of clinical trial outcomes, focusing on the PARADIGM and NOA 09 trials. Investigation into the pathophysiology of brain tumour development and unrecognized treatment responses. o   The presentation will reveal nuanced insights into tumour behaviour and survival outcomes. o   It will highlight key diagnostic challenges in brain tumour pathology and strategies to overcome them. o   The assessment of clinical trials will offer a critical view of current and emerging therapeutic strategies.   o   The synthesis of pathological insights with healthcare innovations, such as understanding the tumour microenvironment, provides a promising avenue towards improving brain tumour management. o   Emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration and continuous innovation in diagnostics and treatment protocols is pivotal for enhancing patient survival and quality of life. ·         Implications for Healthcare Innovation: o   Integrating pathophysiological understanding with treatment response can lead to tailored therapeutic interventions.
o   Innovations such as precision medicine and targeted therapies that consider the tumour microenvironment could revolutionize the management of primary brain tumours. A multidisciplinary approach is essential to navigate the complexities of brain tumour pathology and to harness the full potential of healthcare innovations.

Biography:

I tried to recall my very first lesson. What I could remember was that I was very free and playing independently where no one tried to teach me anything. My very first teachers and my beloved parents in my life let me learn by myself. I gathered the secret of my creativity and innovations later in life. My innate creative abilities were fertilized during that golden period of my life by my dear parents.

There were specific dos and don’ts that I had to follow since my very early childhood. I tried my best to follow those rules because I found when I broke the rules, my parents were not happy, and I was afraid to lose their love. I was too small to realize that all the rules and punishments were for my benefit. So the lesson I gathered from my early childhood was; if you want to correct someone, first, you should love that person. So that the child will feel that you love him and then you try and correct his mistakes. He will strictly follow all the rules and regulations because he will never let things happen which could cost him your love. That means that as a University teacher, I should be able to offer love and affection to all University students as if for my own child.

I was given freedom to play through out the day when I was little older in my pre school period. During playing I learnt to respect my  team mates and I had to accept defeat and win equally. I remember some of my friends were not willing to accept failures. They always wanted to win. They tried cheating and became unpopular and some times spoiled the whole game. I used to learn through experience while playing. I understood that cheating is very bad and I never ever cheat anyone in my life afterwards. Even after forty years I do remember the lessons I learnt during my early childhood. So as University teachers we should address students’ childhood experiences when they found difficulties in learning and adaptation to University life. Each and every student will have different child hood experiences and those are unique to them.