The Radiology Research Center organized an educational workshop on elastography ultrasound to enhance the specialized skills in imaging diagnostics and improve the accuracy of tissue assessments. The course was designed to familiarize radiologists and imaging technologists with modern elastography techniques and their applications in diagnosing various diseases.

Duration and Schedule: The elastography ultrasound course was conducted over one week, consisting of 5 sessions held both in-person and online. Each session lasted 4 hours and included both theoretical and practical training. At the end of the course, participants received a certificate.

Summary of Topics Covered in the Workshop:

1. Introduction to Elastography Ultrasound

   • Definition of elastography and its introduction as a novel technique for assessing tissue stiffness and elasticity.
   • Exploring its applications in medical fields, such as breast cancer, liver, and thyroid disease diagnosis.

2. Physical Principles of Elastography Ultrasound

   • Teaching the basic physical and technical principles of this method.
   • Understanding ultrasound wave principles and their impact on measuring tissue stiffness.
   • The difference between static and dynamic elastography.

3. Clinical Applications of Elastography

   • Diagnosing chronic liver diseases (fibrosis and cirrhosis) using elastography.
   • The role of elastography in the diagnosis and monitoring of breast tumors.
   • Application in assessing thyroid nodules and distinguishing between benign and malignant ones.

4. Comparison of Traditional Imaging Methods and Elastography

   • Comparison between conventional ultrasound and elastography, highlighting the advantages of this method for more accurate and faster diagnoses.
   • Reviewing the integration of elastography with other imaging techniques such as MRI and CT scans.

5. Practical Exercises and Case Studies

   • Hands-on practice using advanced ultrasound and elastography machines.
   • Reviewing real patient cases diagnosed with this technique.
   • Image analysis and providing optimal solutions for utilizing this technology.

6. Challenges and Limitations of Elastography Ultrasound

   • Discussing the technical and practical challenges in using elastography.
   • Limitations of different devices and their varying accuracy in measuring tissue stiffness.

Conclusion:

The elastography ultrasound course at the Radiology Research Center successfully enhanced participants' skills and knowledge in using this advanced technique for diagnosing and assessing various diseases. By combining theoretical and practical content, the workshop provided radiology professionals with the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the latest imaging tools and methods, enabling them to offer more accurate diagnostic services.