Workshop Date
September 24 - 25, 2026
Workshop Venue
HF Ipanema Porto
Rua do Campo Alegre 156
4150-169 Porto
Portugal
Workshop Language
The workshop will be held in English.
Local Organiser
Prof. Manuela Franca
Centro Hospitalar do Porto
Porto, Portugal
Scientific Coordinator
Prof. Christoph J. Zech
Universitätsspital Basel
Basel, Switzerland
Workshop Faculty
R. Albazaz, Leeds/UK
C. Bilreiro, Lisbon/PT
G. Brancatelli, Palermo/IT
L. Curvo Semedo, Coimbra/PT
M. França, Porto/PT
L. Guimaraes, Porto/PT
Y. Menu, Paris/FR
S. Pötter-Lang, Vienna/AT
M. Radzina, Riga/LV
M. Ronot, Paris/FR
I. Santiago, Lisbon/PT
C. J. Zech, Basel/CH
Description
AIMS
The aim of the workshop is to provide a comprehensive coverage of all the main liver pathologies that will be presented by means of an integrated multimodality approach. Imaging findings will be analysed on the basis of their pathological correlations.
The format of the workshop will include formal lectures that have been assigned to expert colleagues, able to thoroughly discuss each topic. Moreover, an interactive discussion on real clinical cases will be led - in additional “slots” - by the faculty members who will help to define the state-of-the-art in the diagnosis of liver diseases. A specific aim of the workshop is to provide practical suggestions on how to manage the diagnostic work-up of liver diseases in the daily practice.
TARGET GROUP
Radiologists, radiologists in training
Learning Objectives
- To describe the most relevant technological advances of different modalities and contrast media applied to liver imaging.
- To equip delegates with an improved understanding of segmental anatomy of the liver in order to share a standard radiological and surgical terminology.
- To discuss the main liver pathologies based on structured multi-modality orientated lectures and interactive case presentations.
- To understand the imaging features on the basis of pathological correlations.
- To give practical suggestions on the diagnostic work-up of liver diseases in the daily practice.
Workshop Programme
Thursday, September 24, 2026
| 09:00 | Opening Remarks | ||
| 09:05 | Session 1 “Imaging modalities” | ||
| 09:05 | Multiparametric US application in liver | L. Guimaraes, Porto/PT | |
| 09:30 | MDCT of the liver | Y. Menu, Paris/FR | |
| 09:55 | Liver MRI: Modern protocols and hepatobiliary MRI | L. Curvo Semedo, Coimbra/PT | |
| 10:25 | Q&A | ||
| 10:30 | Coffee Break | ||
| 11:00 | Interactive case discussions (3 x 35min) | ||
| Cases from my workstation with focus US | L. Guimaraes, Porto/PT | ||
| Cases from my workstation with focus on hepato-biliary MRI | L. Curvo Semedo, Coimbra/PT | ||
| Cases from my workstation with focus on CT | Y. Menu, Paris/FR | ||
| 12:45 | Lunch | ||
| 13:45 | Session 2 “Focal and diffuse diseases in the non-cirrhotic liver” | ||
| 13:45 | Benign lesions in the non-cirrhotic liver – Value of hepato-biliary agents | M. Ronot, Paris/FR | |
| 14:10 | Vascular diseases | M. França, Porto/PT | |
| 14:35 | Biliary diseases: benign and malignant lesions | I. Santiago, Lisbon/PT | |
| 15:00 | Q&A | ||
| 15:15 | Coffee Break | ||
| 15:45 | Interactive case discussions (3 x 35min) | ||
| How MRI can help to characterize a lesion in the non-cirrhotic liver | M. Ronot, Paris/FR | ||
| Biliary diseases – my best cases | I. Santiago, Lisbon/PT | ||
| Vascular diseases | M. França, Porto/PT | ||
| 17:30 | Adjourn | ||
Friday, September 25, 2026 | |||
| 8:30 | Session 3 “HCC” | ||
| 8:30 | Diagnosis and staging of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC): Current guidelines | R. Albazaz, Leeds/UK | |
| 8:50 | Focal lesions in cirrhosis: Not always HCC | G. Brancatelli, Palermo/IT | |
| 9:15 | Structured reports using LIRADS | C. Bilreiro, Lisbon/PT | |
| 9:35 | Diffuse liver diseases | M. França, Porto/PT | |
| 9:55 | Coffee Break | ||
| 10:15 | Interactive case discussions (3 x 35min) | ||
| How MRI can help to characterize a lesion in the cirrhotic liver | G. Brancatelli, Palermo/IT | ||
| How to…LIRADS | C. Bilreiro, Lisbon/PT | ||
| Staging of HCC – Case-based approach | R. Albazaz, Leeds/UK | ||
| 12:00 | Lunch break | ||
| 13:00 | Session 4 “Malignant Liver Diseases and Liver Transplantation” | ||
| 13:00 | Liver Imaging in HCC and metastatic disease after locoregional and systemic therapies | C. J. Zech, Basel/CH | |
| 13:25 | Liver metastases detection and staging: methods and problems | S. Pötter-Lang, Vienna/AT | |
| 13:50 | Imaging after liver transplantation - immediate and delayed complications | M. Radzina, Riga/LV | |
| 14:10 | Q&A | ||
| 14:15 | Coffee Break | ||
| 14:30 | Interactive case discussions (3 x 35 min) | ||
| My best cases after locoregional therapies of the liver | C. J. Zech, Basel/CH | ||
| Liver metastases detection – Where hepato-biliary MRI made the difference | S. Pötter-Lang, Vienna/AT | ||
| Case collection of post transplantation imaging | M. Radzina, Riga/LV | ||
| 16:15 | Discussion of Quiz Cases on CM Rad | ||
| 16:45 | Adjourn | ||
Registration
Fees
| Radiologists, Physicians | Radiologists in Training (Residents) | |
|---|---|---|
| ESGAR Member | Early fee: € 690.00 Late fee: € 790.00 | Early fee: € 390.00 Late fee: € 490.00 |
| Non Member | Early fee: € 890.00 Late fee: € 990.00 | Early fee: € 490.00 Late fee: € 590.00 |
* Late fees apply after August 24, 2026.
Registration fee includes
- access to lectures and interactive case discussions
- final programme
- electronic syllabus
- coffee breaks
- lunch or lunchbox
- certificate of attendance
The number of participants per workshop is limited and registrations will be accepted on a first come first served basis. Together with the registration payment is necessary. Registrations as radiologist in training (Residents) must be accompanied by a confirmation of the head of the department confirming the status as Resident.
Cancellation policy
ESGAR offers the possibility of securing the registration with our partner “Europäische Reiseversicherung”. Thus, ESGAR will not refund any amount after a cancellation of registration itself. All requests have to be issued to the “Europäische Reiseversicherung” directly. Refunds will be given within the terms and conditions of the “Europäische Reiseversicherung”. All cancellations have to be made in writing (e-mail, fax or letter) to the Central ESGAR Office and confirmed.
CME Accreditation
An application will be made to the EACCME for CME accreditation of this event. The EACCME is an institution of the UEMS (www.uems.eu).
Accommodation
ESGAR suggests to stay directly at the workshop venue, HF Ipanema Porto. To reseve your room, please contact the reseravtion team at booking.ipanemaporto@hfhotels.com
Please note that rates are subject to availabilty, and ESGAR takes no responsibility for any bookings, changes or cancellations. In case of any questions, please contact the hotel directly.
City Information
Porto, the charming coastal city in northern Portugal, is renowned for its historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and its picturesque location along the Douro River. Famous for its iconic Dom Luís I Bridge, colorful riverside district Ribeira, and world-class Port wine cellars, Porto offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity. The city’s welcoming atmosphere, rich gastronomy, and stunning Atlantic coastline make it an attractive destination for both cultural exploration and relaxation.
Language: Portuguese
Time zone: UTC+0
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Country dialing code: +351
Closest airport: Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (Porto Airport)