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14/01/2026

Abstract submission for is now open!

Submit your abstract by March 12!
https://t.ly/zpbUJ

Abstract submission for is now open! Submit your work by March 12 to become part of the world's premier IR congress!

Abstracts can be submitted in the following categories:
➡️​ Scientific
➡️ Educational
➡️ Case report
➡️​ FIRST@CIRSE clinical trial
➡️ Trial design and methodology
➡️ SPHAIRE (AI and emerging technologies)
➡️ Amazing interventions

Learn more and submit here: https://t.ly/zpbUJ

13/01/2026

Attention! Students from Austria 🇦🇹, Germany 🇩🇪, and Switzerland 🇨🇭 attending the IROS congress in Salzburg (January 15-17, 2026), don't miss the following events:

Angio Alarm Quiz
January 15 | 8:30 a.m. | Mozart Hall 1
A breakfast quiz focusing on angiography and CT-guided interventions. Two teams compete against each other – with a focus on knowledge, exchange, and fun in interventional radiology.

Reception: Young IR and Working Group for Trainees and Women in IR
January 15 | 3:30 p.m. | Foyer in front of the Europa Hall (2nd floor)
Over drinks and snacks, we would like to discuss current topics and network. There will also be short talks, including personal perspectives on “My path to IR.”

Register for free at irosonline.org

Attention! Students from Austria 🇦🇹, Germany 🇩🇪, and Switzerland 🇨🇭 are invited to the JIR reception at the upcoming IROS congress in Salzburg (January 15-17, 2026).

The reception will mark the one-year anniversary of JIR (Young Interventional Radiology) section of the German Society of Interventional Radiology (DeGIR), and will include a short retrospective of their activities, as well as an informal networking event. The goal of the event is to raise awareness of JIR and interventional radiology among young colleagues - particularly medical students and early-career residents - which aligns with CIRSE’s mission directed at supporting the next generation of IRs.

Undergraduate medical students can register for the congress free of charge and it is an excellent opportunity for students from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland to extend their networks across borders.

Learn more and register at https://www.irosonline.org/.

19/12/2025

Attention! Students from Austria 🇦🇹, Germany 🇩🇪, and Switzerland 🇨🇭 are invited to the JIR reception at the upcoming IROS congress in Salzburg (January 15-17, 2026).

The reception will mark the one-year anniversary of JIR (Young Interventional Radiology) section of the German Society of Interventional Radiology (DeGIR), and will include a short retrospective of their activities, as well as an informal networking event. The goal of the event is to raise awareness of JIR and interventional radiology among young colleagues - particularly medical students and early-career residents - which aligns with CIRSE’s mission directed at supporting the next generation of IRs.

Undergraduate medical students can register for the congress free of charge and it is an excellent opportunity for students from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland to extend their networks across borders.

Learn more and register at https://www.irosonline.org/.

15/12/2025

is now available via the Library, free for all CIRSE members and All-Access Pass holders. ➡️ https://t.ly/pmtOD
Don't have your 2026 All-Access Pass yet? Get it today and start enjoying all benefits right away! ⭐ https://t.ly/19WCk

14/12/2025

by Irini Anastasiadou

7️⃣"RPP1.3/Equipment/best use including simulation" (R. Kickuth)
https://library.cirse.org/cirse2024/crs/rpp-1-3-equipment-best-use-including-simulatio

This session emphasizes the critical importance of radiation protection in interventional radiology. It highlights the need for regular training and briefings, as well as the use of key protective tools such as shielding devices and advanced systems like the zero-gravity setup. Real-time dosimetry increases awareness among staff, providing immediate feedback to help minimize exposure. The session also showcases how VR simulations can be used before interventions to predict dose distribution and optimize settings – such as fluoroscopy or radiation field positioning – ultimately reducing patient and staff exposure while maintaining procedural effectiveness.

13/12/2025

by Irini Anastasiadou

6️⃣"Electrochemotherapy in central liver lesions" (A. Kovács)
https://library.cirse.org/ecio2023/crs/341-6-electrochemotherapy-in-central-liver-lesion

This video-learning session provides a clear overview of electrochemotherapy, including patient selection, procedural considerations, and its application to central liver lesions. The step-by-step video format makes it easy to follow, showing the essential components and what to watch for during the procedure. It also highlights key tools and techniques that help ensure success and minimize complications, such as navigation systems for precise electrode placement and ECG gating to prevent cardiac issues.

12/12/2025

by Irini Anastasiadou

5️⃣"Ablation tools for liver tumors: RFA, microwave, IRE, cryo, multipolar and monopolar"(M. Meijerink)
https://library.cirse.org/ecio2023/crs/153-3-ablation-tools-for-liver-tumours-rfa-microwave-ire-cryo-multipolar-and-monopolar

This lecture gives a clear overview of the different ablation tools for liver tumors, including cryoablation, RFA, microwave, and IRE. Each method is explained in simple terms, making it easy for professionals, but also for students to understand. It highlights the wide range of available procedures and shows that choosing the right one can be challenging, as each case requires a different approach.

11/12/2025

by Irini Anastasiadou

4️⃣"Obstetric hemorrhage" (L. Ratnam)
https://library.cirse.org/et2025/crs/271-3-obstetric-haemorrhage

This lecture on obstetric hemorrhage presents guidelines from various international bodies and explains the management algorithm in a clear, structured way. Case examples with imaging make the topic easy to follow. It highlights the wide scope of interventional radiology in managing complex emergencies and provides valuable technical details, with step-by-step instructions, and the different embolization options suitable for various clinical scenarios.

10/12/2025

by Irini Anastasiadou

3️⃣"Trauma in children: when might IR be needed?" (A. Cohen)
https://library.cirse.org/et2025/crs/151-1-trauma-in-children-when-might-ir-be-neede

This lecture explores the unique challenges IRs face when managing trauma in children. It highlights the need for specialized or adapted equipment suitable for the pediatric population and discusses how growing bodies can make procedures more complex, especially when permanent devices may be needed later in life. The session emphasizes important communications such as minimizing radiation exposure, ensuring safe use of general anesthesia, and providing emotional support not only to the young patients but also to their families throughout the process.

09/12/2025

by Irini Anastasiadou

2️⃣"Communication skills for doctors" (V. Rafailidis)
https://library.cirse.org/cirse2024/crs/124-1-communication-skills-for-doctors

This session emphasizes the vital role of communication skills in medical practice, especially in interventional radiology where patients are often awake during the procedures. It covers different types of communication and how patients may perceive them, providing optimized guidelines for clear and compassionate interaction. The talk stresses the importance of adapting communication for patients with hearing or visual impairments or those who are uncooperative – always without judgement. It outlines the key communications steps before, during and after the procedures to help patients feel safe and calm. Effective communication improves cooperation, outcomes, and recovery and although there may be limitations, it remains a cornerstone of patient care. The session concludes that communication training should be a stronger focus in medical education, as it is an essential part of every doctor’s practice.

08/12/2025

by Irini Anastasiadou

1️⃣ "The magic of IR" (A. Barnacle)
https://library.cirse.org/cirse2024/crs/116-2-the-magic-of-i

This inspiring lecture showcases the remarkable impact of interventional radiology on patients' lives, no matter how big or small. It highlights how IR improves quality of life in both children and adults through minimally invasive procedures that can make a huge difference with minimal recovery time. The talk also explores how IR specialists contribute beyond patient care – designing and improving the materials and tools used daily, to better meet both patient and physician needs. It emphasizes continuous innovation within the field, as IRs adapt techniques to new areas of the body and collaborate across specialties to enhance outcomes. Through real inspiring patient cases, the lecture beautifully illustrates how IR transforms lives and supports families, truly capturing the “magic” of this evolving specialty.