Imaging for IR planning (2025) – online course

Description

Authors: T. Bilhim and C. Nice

Reviewers: B. Peynircioglu, Z. Aldin, D.Filippiadis, R. Iezzi and R. Uberoi

This course corresponds to chapter 2.1.8 Imaging in the European Curriculum and Syllabus for Interventional Radiology.

Abstract

In this module, the most relevant imaging techniques for interventional radiology procedures will be reviewed. The physical basis, indications and contraindications, how to manage and prevent adverse events from ultrasound (US), Doppler, contrast-enhanced US (CEUS) and intravascular US (IvUS), computed tomography (CT) including CT angiography (CTA), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) including MR angiography (MRA), catheter angiography including digital subtraction angiography (DSA), rotational angiography/cone beam CT (CBCT), and nuclear medicine are discussed. Special focus is given to pre-procedural imaging for planning interventional procedures and how to integrate imaging information before, during, and after a procedure to minimise or resolve challenges or complications. Tips and tricks to optimise imaging are provided to maximize image quality and minimize the risks from radiation exposure, contrast-induced allergies, or nephropathy. Imaging strategies and protocols are provided for specific common interventional procedures such as embolization of vascular malformations, carotid artery stenting, abdominal endovascular aneurysm repair, tumour ablation, transhepatic biliary interventions, radioembolization, transcatheter arterial chemoembolization, trans-jugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) creation, uterine artery and prostatic artery embolization.

Learning objectives

• Describe the physical basis for pre-procedural imaging modalities.
• Assess the fundamental importance of pre-procedural imaging for planning interventional procedures.
• Explain the opportunities and optimal conditions for integrating image planning into interventional radiology treatment pathways.
• Predict procedural challenges and use imaging planning to minimize or resolve them.
• Summarize the advantages and limitations of IR planning when using the most frequently employed imaging modalities.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of current procedural planning protocols.
• Develop the ability to apply planning principles to new and novel interventions.

Further information

This course covers a basic level of IR knowledge and is designed for trainees, students or young consultants aiming to acquire essential knowledge or prepare for the EBIR exam. Thereby, it is tailored to the European Curriculum and Syllabus for Interventional Radiology and corresponds to chapter 2.1.8 Imaging.

The format of the course is interactive and easy to use, including texts, graphics, videos and a quiz to support your learning. The course duration is around three and half hours. Please note that this course is currently not CME accredited.

The enrolment period of this course is linked to the validity of the All-Access Pass.

Release date: April 2025