Special Focus Session

SF 13 - My three top tips in HCC-imaging

February 28, 09:30 - 11:00 CET

5 min
Chairperson's introduction
Luis Marti-Bonmati, Valencia / Spain
20 min
CEUS: take it easy
Mª Angeles Garcia Criado, Barcelona / Spain
  1. To examine the role of CEUS in diagnosing HCC according to current guidelines.
  2. To discuss the advantages and limitations of CEUS in the diagnosis of HCC.
  3. To analyse other applications of CEUS in the management of HCC other than diagnosis.
20 min
CT: fast and accurate
Federica Vernuccio, Palermo / Italy
  1. To briefly present the indications and protocols of CT in diagnosing and managing HCC.
  2. To become familiar with the benefits of using CT in diagnosing and managing HCC.
  3. To learn challenging issues and limitations in the use of CT in diagnosing and managing HCC.
20 min
MRI: problem solver
Nina Bastati-Huber, Vienna / Austria
  1. To optimise liver MRI protocol, including correct arterial-phase timing and artefact reduction.
  2. To define the hallmark features of HCC on MRI.
  3. To explain the added value of hepatobiliary contrast agents in diagnosing HCC and its impact on management and outcomes.
25 min
Panel discussion: From detection to recurrence, is imaging the best tool?