"State-of-the-Art Management of Biliary Disease" is a specialized course designed to provide an in-depth understanding of the latest advancements in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of biliary diseases. This course covers the comprehensive spectrum of biliary pathology, including benign and malignant conditions, and highlights the role of radiology and interventional radiology in patient care. Through a combination of lectures, case studies, and hands-on training, students will gain expertise in state-of-the-art imaging techniques, minimally invasive procedures, and multidisciplinary approaches to biliary disease management.

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Content Areas (Codes):
The following Content Areas will be printed on the certificate for this course:

• Gastrointestinal Radiology
• Interventional
• Vascular
• Biomarkers/Quantitative Imaging
• Emergency Radiology
• Leadership & Management
• Professionalism (including Ethics)
• Safety & Quality

Learning Objectives:

• Explain the indications, techniques, and outcomes of percutaneous biliary stenting.
• Explore advanced techniques for percutaneous stone removal..
• Recognize the indications and procedural steps for radiofrequency ablation in biliary interventions.
• Examine the methods for percutaneous interventions in acute and chronic cholecystitis.
• Identify challenges and complications in complex biliary cases.

This enduring material is estimated to take 45 minutes to complete.

Start Date: 5/1/2025
End Date for CME Eligibility/Online Expiration Date: 4/30/2028

This educational activity was originally presented at the RSNA 2024 Annual Meeting and Scientific Assembly.

Faculty:

• Anne Covey, MD
• Peiman Habibollahi, MD
• Nariman Nezami, MD
• Todd Schlachter, MD

Planners:

• Sergio A. Criales Vera, MD
• Soterios Gyftopoulos, MD, MBA
• Katharine Lampen-Sachar, MD
• Bertram J. Stemmler, MD
• Meike W. Vernooij, MD, PhD
• Grace G. Zhu, MD

Disclosure Statements:
RSNA controls the planning, development, and delivery of this CME activity and will strictly adhere to the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education established by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME).

Listed below are all the financial relationships provided by individuals in a position to influence and/or control CME activity content. All relevant financial relationships listed for these individuals have been mitigated. Please note that any individuals not listed below have reported no financial relationships (currently or within the past 24 months) with any ineligible company producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing health care products used on or by patients.

Faculty:

• Nariman Nezami, MD: Owner, Informed Medical Solutions, IRAD Graphics, Nezami LLC; Consultant, Boston Scientific, CAPS Medical.
• Todd Schlachter, MD: Consultant, Boston sci.
• Nariman Nezami, MD: Consultant, Boston Scientific, CAPS Medical; Owner, Nezami LLC, IRAD Graphics, Informed Medical Solutions.
• Anne Covey, MD: Stock/Shareholder, Amgen; Other, Royalties, Oxford University Press; Consultant, Boston Scientific; Other, Section Editor, American Journal of Roentgenology.

Planners:

• None of the planners for this educational activity have relevant relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. 

Accreditation and Designation Statements:
The Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

To earn CME credit, participants must watch the full length of the recording and complete the course evaluation.

RSNA designates this enduring material for a maximum of .75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit ™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Price:
Non-Member/Basic Member Rate: $55.00
Standard Member/Full Access Member Rate: $0.00

Refund / Exchange Policy:
RSNA will not issue any refunds or exchanges for online only versions of educational products or activities purchased online. Please review the entire product or activity description prior to purchase.

RSNA Disclaimer:
The opinions or views expressed in this activity are those of the presenters and do not necessarily reflect the opinions, recommendations or endorsement of the RSNA. Participants should critically appraise the information presented and are encouraged to consult appropriate resources for information surrounding any product or device mentioned. Information presented, as well as publications, technologies, products and/or services discussed, are intended to inform the learner about the knowledge, techniques, and experiences of RSNA faculty who are willing to share such information with colleagues. The RSNA disclaims any and all liability for damages to any individual user for all claims which may result from the use of said.