Vienna, Austria – April 23, 2026 – The European Society of Radiology (ESR) is pleased to announce the success of its latest European School of Radiology (ESOR) Special Focus courses on Tuberculosis and Cardiac MR. Each course, delivered over two half-days and free of charge, saw impressive turn-out, with 2,563 registrations for the tuberculosis course and 4,374 registrations for the Cardiac MR course.
The Tuberculosis programme focused on imaging of pulmonary and extra-pulmonary tuberculosis, including the central nervous system, abdomen, and lymph nodes, combining technical strategies with clear clinical application. Participants explored advanced cross-sectional imaging for detection, staging, and monitoring, alongside key differential diagnoses and radiological-pathological correlations. Interactive case discussions and a multidisciplinary format, featuring both radiologists and infectious disease specialists, provided a comprehensive, practice-oriented perspective. The course was coordinated by Prof. Roberto Cauda and Prof. Delia Goletti.
Similarly, the “Cardiac MR for Every Radiologist” Special Focus course delivered a structured introduction to cardiac magnetic resonance imaging, covering core principles, practical techniques, and real-world clinical workflows. Through focused lectures and interactive sessions, participants gained insight into common indications, interpretation strategies, and potential pitfalls, equipping them with the confidence to apply Cardiac MR in everyday practice.
This course follows the recent launch of the European Commission’s Safe Hearts Plan. This plan is the first-ever comprehensive EU-wide approach to tackling cardiovascular disease. It is strongly supported by the ESR and the medical imaging community, which plays a crucial role in prevention, detection and treatment of the disease.
Indeed, medical imaging plays a vital role in both tuberculosis care and cardiovascular disease management, supporting early detection, accurate assessment of disease extent, and ongoing treatment monitoring. Advances in cross-sectional imaging have significantly improved diagnostic accuracy in complex and extra-pulmonary TB cases, while cardiac MR has emerged as a powerful, non-invasive tool for the detailed characterisation of cardiac structure and function. Both courses highlight how essential state-of-the-art education is for guiding clinical decision-making and improving patient outcomes across a wide range of conditions.
“The success of these courses highlights the ongoing importance of both tuberculosis imaging and cardiac MR in modern radiology,” said Prof. Christian Loewe, ESOR Scientific Director. “The strong international participation underscores the need for high-quality, accessible education across these key areas, and ESR remains committed to supporting radiologists worldwide and ultimately improving patient care.”
The courses are now available on demand with the ESR Premium Education Package on ESR Connect. They can be accessed here.