Renal Pathology Workshop 2026
A Comprehensive Case-Based Overview of Native and Transplant Renal Biopsies
11-12 September 2026 | PGIM Academic Centre
The College of Pathologists of Sri Lanka successfully conducted the Renal Pathology Workshop 2026 on 11 and 12 September 2026 at the PGIM Academic Centre. The two-day workshop provided a comprehensive, case-based overview of native and transplant renal biopsies, with emphasis on practical approaches to renal pathology and clinicopathological correlation.
The workshop attracted a total of 94 registrants comprising postgraduate trainees and consultants in Histopathology and Nephrology. The programme brought together experienced specialists in renal pathology and nephrology, providing participants with an opportunity to strengthen their knowledge and develop a systematic approach to the interpretation of renal biopsies.
Day 1 - Native Renal Biopsy Interpretation
The first day focused on native renal biopsy interpretation. Sessions covered the importance of renal pathology, practical aspects of renal biopsy assessment and clinicopathological correlation, normal renal histology, specimen handling, systematic light microscopic evaluation, and the roles of immunofluorescence and electron microscopy in renal disease.
The scientific program also addressed primary glomerular diseases presenting with proteinuria and haematuria, mixed proteinuria and haematuria, nodular glomerular sclerosis, primary tubulointerstitial disease, renal vascular disease, and the kidney as a window to systemic disease. Interactive panel discussions provided opportunities to explore challenging clinical and pathological scenarios.
Day 2 - Transplant Pathology
The second day was dedicated to transplant pathology. The sessions covered an introduction to transplant pathology, transplant rejection and the Banff classification, approaches to the interpretation of graft renal biopsies, and non-rejection causes of renal allograft injury.
Two panel discussions further enriched the programme through multidisciplinary discussion of transplant renal biopsy cases. The workshop concluded with an interactive renal pathology quiz, followed by closing remarks.
Faculty and Interactive Learning
The workshop featured contributions from an experienced faculty including Prof. Neelakanthi Ratnatunge, Dr. Chula Herath, Dr. Sonali Rodrigo, Prof. Harshima Wijesinghe, Dr. Cherine Sosai, Dr. Harshini Perera, Prof. Sulochana Wijetunge, Dr. Chanaka Abeyratne, Prof. Priyani Amarathunge and Dr. Dilushi Wijayaratne. The combination of focused lectures, case-based discussions, panel sessions and a pathology quiz encouraged active participation and practical learning.
Acknowledgement
The College of Pathologists of Sri Lanka extends its appreciation to the faculty members, moderators, panelists, organizing team, sponsors and all participants whose contributions helped make the Renal Pathology Workshop 2026 a valuable educational event. Participants were eligible to receive a Certificate of Participation with MOH-accredited CPD points.
