Workshop Date
Part 1: Kick-off Workshop
February 11, 2026
Part 2: Independent case review
February 11, 2026 - March 18, 2026
Part 3: Meet the expert sessions
March 19, 2026
Live Streaming
The workshop will be live streamed in a Zoom Webinar format. The session times are CET.
Workshop Language
The workshop will be held in English.
Scientific Coordinators
Dr. Max Lahaye
NKI Amsterdam
Amsterdam/NL
Prof. Vincent Vandecaveye
UZ Leuven
Leuven/BE
Workshop Faculty
E. Dresen, Leuven/BE
F. Iafrate, Rome/IT
N. Kok, Amsterdam/NL
M. Lahaye, Amsterdam/NL
D. Lambregts, Amsterdam/NL
P. Rousset, Lyon/FR
V. Vandecaveye, Leuven/BE
Description
MRI has revolutionised the detection and staging of peritoneal metastases. Now established as the imaging standard for assessing disease extent, it empowers radiologists to take a leading role in patient selection and surgical planning. The ESGAR Online Workshop on Imaging and Staging of Peritoneal Metastases embraces this evolution in a completely renewed format. It begins with a live, interactive day of expert lectures and case demonstrations, followed by 40 online MRI cases that participants can review at their own pace, receiving instant feedback to refine interpretation skills. The course concludes with small-group discussions with international experts in radiology and surgery — a dynamic and practice-oriented experience designed to strengthen MRI expertise and elevate confidence in managing peritoneal disease. Mastering MRI interpretation has become essential for abdominal radiologists working in oncology — and this workshop is designed to help you do exactly that.
Target group
Senior residents, general radiologists, abdominal radiologists or residents interested in abdominal and/or oncological imaging. Although at least some previous experience reading abdominal MRIs is recommended, this course is also intended for surgeons and other clinicians wanting to become familiar with MRI for peritoneal disease.
Learning objectives
- To understand the role of CT and its impact on treatment planning
- To understand the role of MRI and its effect on treatment planning
- To know how to write a good quality staging peritoneal metastases report
- To learn pearls and pitfalls of MR image interpretation
Workshop structure
- On-line live workshop, February 11
Introducing the principles and framework of peritoneal metastases imaging. - Case Review, February 11 – March 18
Work independently on de-identified MRI case sets at your own pace. - Meet-the-Expert Sessions, March 19
Engage directly with international faculty for interactive discussions, feedback, and expert guidance.
Workshop Programme - February 11, 2026
| 09:00 – 10:00 | Session 1: Introduction to peritoneal metastases Moderator: V. Vandecaveye, Leuven/BE | |
| 09:00 – 09:10 | Welcome and opening words | M. Lahaye, Amsterdam/NL |
| 09:10 – 09:30 | Peritoneal metastases: anatomy & specific concepts | V. Vandecaveye, Leuven/BE |
| 09:30 – 09:50 | Peritoneal metastases: a surgeon’s perspective | N. Kok, Amsterdam/NL |
| 09:50 – 10:00 | Q & A |
| 10:00 – 12:30 | Session 2: Staging peritoneal metastases Moderator: P. Rousset, Lyon/FR | |
| 10:00 – 10:20 | Staging peritoneal metastases with CT: how we do it! | F. Iafrate, Rome/IT |
| 10:20 – 10:40 | Staging peritoneal metastases with DW-MRI: how we do it! | M. Lahaye, Amsterdam/NL |
| 10:40 – 11:00 | Break | |
| 11:00 – 12:30 | Q & A and case based discussion | |
| 12:30 – 13:30 | Lunch Break |
| 13:30 – 15:30 | Session 3: Extraperitoneal findings and reporting Moderator: F. Iafrate, Rome/IT | |
| 13:30 – 13:50 | DW-MRI and extraperitoneal findings | E. Dresen, Leuven/BE |
| 13:50 – 14:10 | How to write a good report and future outlook | P. Rousset, Lyon/FR |
| 14:10 – 15:30 | Q & A and case based discussion | |
| 15:30 – 15:45 | Break |
| 15:45 – 16:45 | Session 4: Multidisciplinary tumour board Moderator: E. Dresen, Leuven/BE | |
| 15:45 – 16:45 | Case discussion with a multidisciplinary tumour board | All speakers |
| 16:45 | Closing remarks | M. Lahaye, Amsterdam/NL |
Registration
Registration Fees
| Radiologists, Physicians | Radiologists in Training (Residents) | ||
| ESGAR Member | Early fee: € 990.00 Late fee*: € 1090.00 | ESGAR Member | Early fee: € 590.00 Late fee*: € 690.00 |
| Non Member | Early fee: € 1290.00 Late fee*: € 1390.00 | Non Member | Early fee: € 790.00 Late fee*: € 890.00 |
* Late fees apply after January 9, 2026.
Registration fee includes
- Live access to lectures and interactive case discussions
- A personal login to the case reading webplatform which gives access to scans of real-life clinical cases
- Opportunity to interact with expert faculty
- Hands-on “meet the expert” personal teaching and discussion session
- CME certificate
- Recorded on-demand content *
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) or Radiographer must be accompanied by a confirmation of the head of the department confirming the status as Resident or Radiographer.
* The recorded content will be available on demand 2 weeks after the event.
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).