OVERVIEW

The Cirrhotic Liver: A Case-Based Review Course is organized by Unilabs Academy and will be held from Mar 16 - 18, 2027.

Schedule: 16:00–19:30 daily, Europe/Stockholm (CET, UTC+1).

Description:
Over the course of three intensive half-days, participants will review and discuss a large selection of CT and MRI liver cases under the guidance of Prof. Giuseppe Brancatelli. These topics will be taught through shorter than usual frontal lectures, will be integrated with interactive, case-based discussions and reinforced through practical imaging examples.

This new edition of the Liver Imaging Course offers an interactive, case-based format designed to immerse participants in the real-world diagnostic process of liver imaging. Structured as a virtual reading-room experience, the course minimizes traditional lectures and mostly focuses on interpreting, discussing, and learning from clinical cases.

Cases will be carefully selected and categorized as typical, atypical, and challenging, allowing participants to progressively refine their diagnostic approach and confidence across the full spectrum of cirrhotic liver imaging.

Each session begins with short lectures, followed by the live presentation of selected cases through powerpoint slides along with Kahoot!, during which participants will actively describe findings, propose differential diagnoses, and work toward a final conclusion. After each case discussion, a concise 1–2-slide summary will highlight key diagnostic points, underlying pathology, and relevant imaging criteria.

Participants are encouraged to take an active role in the case discussions. Although not mandatory, active involvement helps foster a collegial, small-group learning environment. Everyone will be invited to contribute, and participation will be rotated fairly to ensure that all attendees who wish to take part have the opportunity to do so.

The course will cover:
- CT and MR protocols for liver imaging, including common pitfalls
- The cirrhotic liver: morphology and imaging features
- Mimickers of cirrhosis
- The LI-RADS classification
- Focal lesions in the cirrhotic liver

Additional Features
- Two-per-day (six total) Kahoot quizzes to reinforce key learning points
- Pre-course access to a curated set of liver imaging cases in DICOM format, some of which will be reviewed and discussed together during the final session

By the end of this course, participants will have enhanced their ability to systematically approach liver imaging in cirrhotic patients, strengthened their confidence in interpreting CT and MRI findings, and gained practical expertise in applying LI-RADS in routine clinical reporting.

Learning Objectives:

Confidently characterize and manage focal lesions in the cirrhotic liver
Recognize imaging features and mimickers of cirrhosis
Apply the LI-RADS classification effectively in daily clinical practice and reporting

Programme will include:

Interactive case-based learning — explore real-life examples of focal lesions in the cirrhotic liver and mimickers of cirrhosis
Hands-on interpretation — analyse and report individual cases in a guided, step-by-step format
Engaging group discussions — share insights and reasoning with peers under expert mentorship
Direct Q&A with the radiologist mentor — obtain practical answers and tips from an experienced specialist
Comprehensive resources — access all presentation slides, recorded sessions, and supplementary materials
Post-fellowship access — revisit the discussed cases anytime after the course
Personal online dashboard — enjoy seamless access to all materials through the Unilabs Academy platform
Two-per-day (six total) Kahoot quizzes to reinforce key learning points
Pre-course access to a curated set of liver imaging cases in DICOM format, some of which will be reviewed and discussed together during the final session
CME Certificate

Level:
Level II - General radiologist

This course is ideal for radiology residents, registrars, and practising radiologists interested in refining their diagnostic skills in hepatology and abdominal imaging through a hands-on, interactive learning experience.