The Egyptian Club of Ascites (ECA)
Advancing Excellence in Ascites Management
A leading national organization dedicated to the advancement of knowledge, research, and clinical excellence in the field of ascites and related liver disorders.
Established 2016
Welcome to the Egyptian Club of Ascites
ECA is an experienced multidisciplinary team that has been founded in 2016. This team is representing nearly all national universities and aiming to unify the guidelines regarding diagnosis and management of ascites.
Established with the vision of addressing the growing burden of liver disease in Egypt, the ECA serves as a collaborative platform for hepatologists, gastroenterologists, internists, and allied healthcare professionals.
+8
Annual Conferences
+500
Trained Physicians
+20
Universities
2016
Founded
Educational Excellence
ECA Training Academy Waves
Explore our training waves featuring demonstrative sessions and hands-on training led by experienced professionals from leading universities across Egypt.
Training Program
Wave 1 - October 2023
Prof. Nadia Abdelaaty
Course Coordinator
Program Highlights
Foundational clinical skills
Diagnostic approach to ascites
Patient assessment techniques
2023
Limited capacity
Training Program
Wave 2 - December 2023
ECA Training Academy 2nd Wave – Hands-on training sessions
Prof. Nadia Abdelaaty
Course Coordinator
Program Highlights
Foundational clinical skills
Diagnostic approach to ascites
Patient assessment techniques
2023
Limited capacity
Training Program
Wave 3 - May 2024
ECA Training Academy 3rd Wave – Hands-on training sessions
Prof. Nadia Abdelaaty
Course Coordinator
Program Highlights
Foundational clinical skills
Diagnostic approach to ascites
Patient assessment techniques
2023
Limited capacity
Training Program
Wave 4 - October 2024
ECA Training Academy 4th Wave – Specialized workshops
Prof. Nadia Abdelaaty
Course Coordinator
Program Highlights
Focus on complex ascites cases
Management of complications
Multidisciplinary approach
Evidence-based protocols
2024
Training Program
Wave 5 - November 2024
Pharco in collaboration with ECA Training Academy 5th Wave – Fibroscan Workshop
Prof. Nadia Abdelaaty
Course Coordinator
Program Highlights
Industry-sponsored professional development
Certification upon completion
Advanced diagnostic techniques
Collaborative learning environment
2024
Training Certificate
Training Program
Wave 6 - December 2024
ECA Training Academy 6th Wave – Fibroscan Training Course
Prof. Nadia Abdelaaty
Course Coordinator
Program Highlights
Specialized Fibroscan technique training
Clinical interpretation of results
Case-based learning approach
Practical application sessions
2024
Training Program
Wave 7 - April 2025
ECA Training Academy 7th Wave – Demonstrative and hands-on sessions
Prof. Nadia Abdelaaty
Course Coordinator
Program Highlights
Interactive demonstrative sessions
Hands-on training with expert guidance
Networking with leading specialists
Latest research and clinical updates
2025
Our Services
What We Do
We provide comprehensive services to advance the field of ascites management through research, education, and collaboration.
Research & Guidelines
Advancing knowledge in ascites management
We develop evidence-based guidelines and algorithms for the diagnosis and management of ascites, tailored to the Egyptian healthcare context.
Published algorithmic approaches
Evidence-based protocols
Conferences & Events
Fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange
Our annual conferences and scientific meetings bring together experts to share knowledge and discuss the latest advancements in ascites management.
Annual scientific conferences
Expert panel discussions
ECA Training Academy
Developing the next generation of specialists
Our ECA Training Academy provides continuous, hands-on training for physicians involved in the care of patients with ascites and related liver conditions.
Hands-on clinical training
Specialized workshops
Leading Expert in Hepatology, Gastroenterology and Infectious dieases
Visionary Leadership
Meet Our Founder
PROF. Nadia Abdelaaty
Founder of the Egyptian Club of Ascites (ECA) & President of the Annual ECA Conference
M.B.B.ch, M.Sc.,M.D Consultant of hepatology & gastroenterology Prof. Faculty of Medicine – Ain Shams University.
Prof. Nadia Abdelaaty is a leading expert in hepatology and gastroenterology, and the founder of the Egyptian Club of Ascites (ECA). She has significantly contributed to advancing clinical research and education in ascites and liver diseases across Egypt.
Hepatology
Gastroenterology
Medical Education
Our Impact
Key Achievements
Discover how ECA has made significant contributions to the field of ascites management in Egypt and beyond.
Algorithmic Approach
Published in 2018
An algorithmic approach for evaluating patients with ascites was created by the ECA in 2018 and has been published, providing a standardized framework for diagnosis and management.
International Recognition
Growing global collaborations
Endorsed by the International Club of Ascites (ICA) in 2022
Endorsed by the Society on Liver Disease in Africa (SOLDA) in 2025
Annual Conferences
Established tradition since 2017
ECA has successfully organized annual conferences since 2017, bringing together experts from across Egypt and beyond to share knowledge and advance the field of ascites management.
Testimonials
What Medical Professionals Say
Hear from healthcare professionals who have benefited from ECA’s resources and training programs.
Dr. Ahmed Hassan
Gastroenterologist, Cairo University
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The ECA’s algorithmic approach to ascites management has transformed my clinical practice. Their training programs provide practical skills that directly benefit patient care.
Dr. Fatima Mahmoud
Hepatologist, Ain Shams University
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ECA conferences are the highlight of my professional year. The collaborative environment and cutting-edge research presentations keep me at the forefront of ascites management.
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Latest Updates
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Egyptian Club of Ascites - ECA
April 15, 2025
We’re excited to announce our upcoming 7th Annual Conference! Join us on April 24-26, 2025 at the Cairo International Conference Center for three days of knowledge sharing, networking, and hands-on workshops.
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Egyptian Club of Ascites - ECA
April 10, 2025
Registration is now open for our next Training Academy workshop! Limited spots available for this hands-on training session on advanced paracentesis techniques.
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Egyptian Club of Ascites - ECA
April 5, 2025
Congratulations to Prof. Nadia Abdelaaty and the ECA team on our recent endorsement by the Society on Liver Disease in Africa (SOLDA)! This marks another milestone in our international collaborations.
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