Antwerp Abdominal Ultrasound Course
We are excited to continue building on the success of the Antwerp Abdominal Ultrasound Course. This hands-on training is organized by the Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at the Antwerp University Hospital. The fourth edition is set to take place from 28 to 30 april 2027.
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28 - 29 - 30 April 2027Waar?
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TBAAntwerp Abdominal Ultrasound Course 2027
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Hands-on training – limited availability
The fourth edition of the course is set to take place from 28 to 30 April 2027. Registration for this future edition is not yet open, but you can stay informed about updates and registration opening by subscribing to our mailing list at the bottom of this page.
This course is designed to provide high-quality, practical training in abdominal ultrasound in a small-group setting.
Course Highlights
- In-depth exploration of abdominal ultrasound, led by national and international experts
- Live demonstrations and extensive hands-on training sessions
- Focus on abdominal emergencies diagnosable by ultrasound – particularly relevant for emergency physicians and general practitioners
Stay Updated
A future edition of the course is set to take place from 28 to 30 April 2027. Registration for this edition will open at a later stage, and more detailed information will follow in due course.
If you would like to stay informed about updates and be notified when registration opens, you can subscribe to our mailing list at the bottom of this page.
Practical Information
Dates: 28 - 29 - 30 April 2027
Course venue: University Hospital Antwerpen (UZA), Drie Eikenstraat 655, 2650 Edegem
Course language: English
Accreditation: INAMI/RIZIV accreditation will be applied for.
Certificate of attendance: All participants will receive a certificate of attendance
For any questions, please contact us at events@uza.be.
We look forward to welcoming you to Antwerp for an intensive and practical ultrasound course.
Warm regards,
The organising committee,
Sven Francque, Dept Gastroenterology & Hepatology – UZA
Aranzazu Jauregui Amezaga, Dept Gastroenterology & Hepatology – UZA
Luisa Vonghia, Dept Gastroenterology & Hepatology – UZA
Example programme day 2
Pathology of the liver & special procedures
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 09:00 – 09:30 | • Focal Liver Lesions • Diffuse Liver Disease |
| 09:30 – 09:55 | Vascular Liver Disease |
| 09:55 – 10:20 | Biliary and Gallbladder Pathology |
| 10:20 – 10:45 | Pancreas |
| 10:45 – 11:10 | Liver Transplantation |
| 11:10 – 11:45 | Coffee Break |
| 11:45 – 13:00 | Hands-on with Patients |
| 13:00 – 14:00 | Lunch |
| 14:00 – 15:15 | • 14:00–14:25 Elastography • 14:25–14:50 Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound (CEUS) • 14:50–15:15 Percutaneous Guided Procedures |
| 15:15 – 15:30 | Coffee Break |
| 15:30 – 16:45 | Hands-on with Patients |
| 16:45 – 17:00 | Questions |