Report on the 3rd Supermicrosurgical Vessel Anastomosis Contest

Abstract

　At the 51st Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery held in 2024, the Supermicrosurgery Vessel Anastomosis Contest was held for the first time in three years. A total of 33 teams applied, and after a pre-screening video review, preliminary rounds, and finals, the winning team was “Plastic surgery top team,” which had also won the previous competition. Frozen chicken wings were used as the vascular material, and the anastomosis techniques and evaluation criteria were consistent with those used in previous studies. In terms of organization, there were challenges related to venue availability and schedule adjustments; however, the event concluded successfully with great enthusiasm. The contest holds multifaceted significance, including the promotion of education, research, and human resource development, as well as fostering international exchange. Continued hosting and development of the event are highly anticipated in the future.