Workshop Date
November 6 - 7, 2025
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.
This workshop is organised by ESGAR, an EACCME Trusted Provider.
Scientific Coordinator
Prof. Ingrid Millet
Lapeyronie Universitary Hospital
Montpellier, France
Workshop Faculty
C. Bourgioti, Athens/GR
I. Millet, Montpellier/FR
P. Nikolaidis, Chicago, IL/US
J. Puylaert, The Hague/NL
F. Wessels, Utrecht/NL
J. Wessling, Münster/DE
M. Zins, Paris/FR
Description
Abdominal Emergency Imaging: From Protocols to Practice
This two-day online workshop will focus on the latest advancements in imaging for emergency conditions. Led by renowned experts, the program features state-of-the-art sessions on topics like acute abdominal and pelvic imaging, gynecological emergencies, and biliary and urinary tract conditions, alongside interactive case discussions and challenging case reviews. With a mix of expert insights, practical case analysis, and opportunities for collaborative learning, this online event is ideal for radiologists and radiologists in training, aiming to enhance their diagnostic skills in critical care settings. Participate from anywhere and stay at the forefront of emergency imaging!
Learning Objectives:
- Understand and apply the latest imaging protocols and guidelines for diagnosing acute abdominal, pelvic, and gynecological emergencies.
- Enhance diagnostic accuracy in conditions such as appendicitis, pancreatitis, mesenteric ischemia, and urinary or biliary tract obstructions.
- Develop practical skills through interactive case discussions, focusing on real-world challenges in emergency radiology.
- Analyse and interpret complex or tricky emergency cases, gaining insights from expert-led sessions and peer collaboration.
Thursday, November 6, 2025
| 09:00 | Welcome remarks | I. Millet, Montpellier/FR |
| 09:05 - 10:45 | Session 1: State of the art in emergency conditions | M. Zins, Paris/FR |
| 09:05 | Imaging protocols for abdominal emergencies: ESGAR Guidelines | I. Millet, Montpellier/FR |
| 09:30 | Diagnosing an appendicitis and beyond | J. Puylaert, The Hague/NL |
| 09:55 | Acute pancreatitis: role of imaging | J. Wessling, Münster/DE |
| 10:20 | Q & A | |
| 10:45 | Break | |
| 11:15 - 13:15 | Session 2: Interactive case discussions | M. Zins, Paris/FR |
| 11:15 | Pain in the left iliac fossa | I. Millet, Montpellier/FR |
| 11:55 | Pain in the right iliac fossa | J. Puylaert, The Hague/NL |
| 12:35 | Acute pancreatitis | J. Wessling, Münster/DE |
| 13:15 | Lunch Break | |
| 14:15 - 15:55 | Session 3: State of the art in emergency condition | J. Wessling, Münster/DE |
| 14:15 | Gynecological emergencies: accurate diagnosis using cross-sectional imaging | C. Bourgioti, Athens/GR |
| 14:40 | Acute mesenteric ischemia: how can we improve our diagnostic performances? | M. Zins, Paris/FR |
| 15:05 | Imaging urinary tract infection: why, when and how? | P. Nikolaidis, Chicago, IL/US |
| 15:30 | Q & A | |
| 15:55 | Break | |
| 16:15 - 18:15 | Session 4: Interactive case discussions | J.Wessling, Münster/DE |
| 16:15 | Gynecological emergencies | C. Bourgioti, Athens/GR |
| 16:55 | Acute mesenteric ischemia | M. Zins, Paris/FR |
| 17:35 | Urinary tract infection | P. Nikolaidis, Chicago, IL/US |
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| 09:00 : 10:45 | Session 5: State of the art in emergency conditions | I. Millet, Montpellier/FR |
| 09:00 | Urinary tract obstruction: how to get the cause? | F. Wessels, Utrecht/NL |
| 09:25 | Adhesive small bowel obstruction: a standardized relevant report | M. Zins, Paris/FR |
| 09:50 | Biliary emergencies: an obstructive process at the outset | J. Puylaert, The Hague/NL |
| 10:15 | Q & A | |
| 10:45 | Break | |
| 11:15 - 13:15 | Session 6: Interactive case discussions | I. Millet, Montpellier/FR |
| 11:15 | Urinary tract obstruction | F. Wessels, Utrecht/NL |
| 11:55 | Small bowel obstruction | M. Zins, Paris/FR |
| 12:35 | Acute biliary disease | J. Puylaert, The Hague/NL |
| 13:15 | Lunch Break | |
| 14:15 - 16:00 | Session 7: Interactive tricky cases (7 speakers x 15 min) | I. Millet, Montpellier/FR C. Bourgioti, Athens/GR P. Nikolaidis, Chicago, IL/US J. Puylaert, The Hague/NL J. Wessling, Münster/DE F. Wessels, Utrecht/NL M. Zins, Paris/FR |
| 16:00 - 16:30 | Q & A and closing remarks | I. Millet, Montpellier/FR |
Registration
Registration Fees
| Radiologists, Physicians | Radiologists in Training (Residents) | ||
| ESGAR Member | € 490.00 | ESGAR Member | € 290.00 |
| Non Member | € 690.00 | Non Member | € 390.00 |
Registration fee includes
- Live access to lectures and interactive case discussions
- CME certificate
- Access to full workshop content after the workshop for a certain period of time
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.
CME Accreditation
“The Abdominal Emergency Imaging: From Protocols to practice, Virtual,
Austria 06/11/2025 - 07/11/2025, has been accredited by the European
Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®) with 13 European CME credits (ECMEC®s). Each medical
specialist should claim only those hours of credit that he/she actually spent in the educational activity.”
“Through an agreement between the Union Européenne des Médecins Spécialistes and the American Medical Association,
physicians may convert EACCME® credits to an equivalent number of AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Information on the
process to convert EACCME® credit to AMA credit can be found at edhub.ama-assn.org/pages/applications .
“Live educational activities, occurring outside of Canada, recognised by the UEMS-EACCME® for ECMEC®s are deemed to be
Accredited Group Learning Activities (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College
of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.”