45th Congress of the European Society of Surgical Oncology

SURGICAL ONCOLOGY  WITHOUT BORDERS: INNOVATIONS AND CHALLENGES WORLDWIDE

4-6 November 2026
Madrid, Spain

Dear colleagues, dear partners,

On behalf of the European Society of Surgical Oncology, we are pleased to invite you to participate in the 45th edition of our Annual Congress, which will take place from 4 to 6 November 2026 in Madrid, Spain.

With the theme Surgical Oncology without Borders: Innovations and Challenges Worldwide, we will explore the latest advancements, global perspectives, and shared challenges that shape the future of Surgical Oncology around the world. Madrid, a vibrant city in the heart of Southern-Europe, offers the perfect location for this international meeting.

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Abstract submission

We invite researchers, clinicians, and residents to share their groundbreaking findings by submitting an abstract.

Submit your research and contribute to the ESSO 45 Congress.


Submissions open on 11 February 2026!

Registration

Early Registration for the Congress of the European Society of Surgical Oncology will open on 2 March 2026.

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Key dates

11
Feb
2026

Abstract Submssion open

Abstract submission is open!
Share your research with us, by submitting an abstract or surgical trial proposal for the ESSO 45 congress.
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About the ESSO Congress

The Annual Congress of the European Society of Surgical Oncology (ESSO) is the leading event in Europe dedicated to advancing surgical cancer care.

Bringing together oncology surgeons, researchers, and healthcare professionals from across the globe, the ESSO Congress offers a dynamic platform for sharing cutting-edge research, surgical innovations, and multidisciplinary approaches to cancer treatment.

With a strong focus on education, collaboration, and excellence in patient outcomes, the congress fosters dialogue, drives progress, and shapes the future of surgical oncology.