HKETA Symposium 2026
Stoma, Wound and Continence Nursing: Building Foundations for a Sustainable Future
We warmly invite health care professionals to submit abstracts for Poster and Oral Presentations at our upcoming symposium. This is a premier platform to share evidence-based practice, clinical innovations, research findings, and quality improvement initiatives in the fields of wound care, stoma care, and continence care.
Date: Saturday 4 July 2026
Time: 10:00-17:00
Venue: Hong Kong Science Park
Themes & Topics of abstract
- Wound Care
- Fundamental Wound Care Principles
- Advanced Wound Healing Science
- Specialized Wound Types and Management
- Chronic Wounds: Pressure injuries, diabetic foot ulcers, venous/arterial leg ulcers
- Acute Wounds: Post-surgical wounds, traumatic wounds, and emergency wound care
- Complex Wounds: Burns, necrotizing fasciitis, dehisced surgical wounds
- Oncology Wounds: Malignant wounds, radiation-induced skin damage, chemotherapy-related wounds
- Reconstructive Wounds: Skin grafts, flaps, and plastic surgery wound management
- Stoma Care
- Pre-operative stoma site marking and patient preparation strategies
- Post-operative stoma care protocols and early complication prevention
- Peristomal skin assessment, complications, and barrier protection methods
- Stoma appliance selection, fitting, and adhesive technologies
- Paediatric stoma care considerations
- Stoma reversal preparation, outcomes and rehabilitation
- Colostomy irrigation techniques and continent stoma management
- Continence Care
- Comprehensive continence assessment tools and bladder/bowel diaries
- Pelvic floor muscle training and conservative continence interventions
- Catheter care, CAUTI prevention, and intermittent catheterization
- Neurogenic bladder/bowel management in spinal cord and neurological conditions
- Continence aids, absorbent products, and skin protection strategies
- Behavioural interventions and lifestyle modifications for continence
- Surgical continence procedures and post-operative care
- Lymphedema related topics
- Compression therapy and patient compliance strategies
- Complete decongestive therapy implementation and monitoring
- Erysipelas/cellulitis prevention in lymphedema patients
- Pneumatic compression devices and advanced treatment modalities
- Psychosocial support in chronic lymphedema
- Specialist Education & Clinical Competency
- Wound, stoma, and continence nursing curriculum development
- Clinical competency frameworks for specialist nurses
- Simulation-based learning for wound and stoma care
- Inter-professional education in wound/stoma/continence teams
- Specialty-Focused Research & Evidence
- Implementation of wound care, stoma care, and continence guidelines
- Research methodology in wound healing, stoma outcomes, and continence studies
- Evidence-based practice in specialist nursing roles
- Technology & Innovation in Specialist Care
- AI applications in wound assessment, stoma monitoring, and continence tracking
- Telehealth for wound monitoring, stoma education, and continence support
- Smart continence products and automated bladder management systems
- 3D printing in wound care and custom stoma appliances
- Mobile apps for wound photography, stoma care education, and bladder diaries
- Specialist Service Delivery Models
- Nurse-led wound, stoma, and continence clinics development
- Community wound care, home stoma support, and continence outreach programs
- Integrated wound/stoma/continence pathways and multidisciplinary teams
- Primary care integration of wound, stoma, and continence management
- Patient Experience
- Patient satisfaction with wound healing outcomes, stoma care, and continence management
- Quality of life measurement tools for wound, stoma, and continence populations
- Sexual health concerns related to wounds, stomas, and continence issues
- Psychological adaptation to chronic wounds, permanent stomas, and continence problems
- Future Directions in Specialty Practice
- Emerging wound healing technologies and regenerative medicine
- Innovation in stoma appliances and skin barrier technologies
- Breakthrough continence treatments and neuromodulation advances
- Future roles of specialist nurses in wound, stoma, and continence care
- Global trends in specialty practice and international collaboration
Abstract Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
| Language | English |
| Word Limit | 250-300 words (excluding title and authors) |
| Submission format | Online submission |
Abstract Structure
All abstracts — whether for Oral or Poster presentations — must follow the structured format in the online form:
- Title
Maximum 20 words
Title Case formatting
- Authors & Affiliations
Full name of all authors (First name, Last name)
Designate the presenting author with an asterisk (*)
Institution/Hospital/Organisation name
City, Country
Email address of the corresponding author
- Background/Introduction
Describe the clinical problem or gap in practice/knowledge
State why this topic is important to the nursing and healthcare community
- Aim/Objective
Clearly state the purpose of the study
- Methodology
Acceptable study types: Randomised controlled trial, mixed methods study,qualitative study, cohort study, case study/series, systematic review, literature review, quality Improvement project
- Results/Findings
Present key outcomes with data where available
Do not use tables or figures in the abstract text
- Conclusion
State the clinical implications or recommendations for practice
- Keywords
Provide 3-5 keywords
Presentation Categories
- Oral presentation
| Criteria | Details |
| Duration | 10-12 minutes presentation + 3-5 minutes Q&A |
| Slides | PowerPoint format |
| Delegates may present either: | · in English with an English PowerPoint, or · in Mandarin with a Chinese-language PowerPoint. |
| Audience | All symposium delegates |
| Selection basis | Scientific merits, originality, relevance, clarity |
| Judging | Oral presentation will be judged, award for Best Oral Presentation |
- Poster presentation
| Criteria | Details |
| Poster Size | A0 Portrait (841mm x 1189mm) |
| Language | English |
| Display duration | Full duration of symposium |
| Selection basis | Scientific merits, originality, relevance, clarity |
| Judging | Posters will be judged, award for Best Poster |
Poster Presentation Session:
Authors must be present during the designated poster walk session. Be prepared for a 3-minute verbal summary to judges and delegates
Abstract Submission:
https://forms.office.com/r/JZGwW5WLzk
OR scan the following QR code
Important Dates
Abstract Submission Opens | 8 March 2026 |
Abstract Submission Deadline | 6 April 2026 23:59 |
Notification of Acceptance | 14 April 2026 |
Presenter Registration Deadline | 1 May 2026 |
Symposium Date | 4 July 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Can I submit more than one abstract?
A: Yes.
Q: Can I submit a case study?
A: Yes, case studies are welcomed. Ensure patient confidentiality is maintained and consent obtained.
Q: Can a student nurse or nursing student submit?
A: Yes, student submissions are encouraged.
Q: Will abstracts be published?
A: Accepted abstracts may be featured in our HKETA newsletter.
Contact & Enquiries
For submission queries or technical assistance, please contact: HKETA Symposium 2026 Scientific Committee
- Email: hketnurse@gmail.com