Online Workshop on Imaging and Staging of Peritoneal Metastases

Description

MRI is becoming the primary diagnostic tool used for the detection, staging and treatment stratification of colorectal and ovarian cancer patients with peritoneal metastases. In this case-based workshop, participants can examine MRI scans of real clinical colorectal and ovarian cases with peritoneal metastases. The workshop will also feature discussions on rare cases involving mesothelioma and primary peritoneal malignancies with feedback from an international faculty of experts. Participants are given a range of lectures that provide practical guidance on performing and reporting MRI for staging and follow-up, as well as a multidisciplinary perspective from our experienced surgeon including a live MDT discussion.
Following the kick-off day, attendees will gain access to an online case reading platform, where they can independently review MRI scans at their own pace. After completing the readings within 6 weeks, participants will reconvene online in small groups with the faculty to discuss their findings, clarify any uncertainties, and address practical challenges they encounter in daily practice.

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