Bracco Imaging and Canon Medical Systems Europe Announce Joint Symposium on CEUS at ECR 2026

Joint Session to Highlight the Evolving Role of Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound in Modern Radiology Practice

MILAN, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bracco Imaging S.P.A. today announced that it will co-host a scientific symposium with Canon Medical Systems Europe B. V. at the European Congress of Radiology (ECR) 2026, taking place in Vienna, Austria, from 4–8 March 2026.

The session, titled "Advancing CEUS in Radiology: Clinical Innovations, Faster Pathways, Higher Efficiency," will take place on March 5, 2026, 14:30 – 15:30 (Room G2, Level -2). The symposium will focus on the growing clinical impact of Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound (CEUS) in radiology departments across Europe, highlighting its ability to deliver reliable clinical performance, accelerate diagnostic pathways, and improve patient outcomes while supporting healthcare system efficiency.

Co-organized by Bracco Imaging and Canon Medical Systems Europe, the symposium will bring together leading clinical experts to provide real-world insights into how CEUS can enable rapid, high-quality diagnosis, streamline clinical decision-making, and support operational efficiency in radiology imaging services.

Moderated by Prof. Adrian Lim (UK), the symposium will feature presentations from Prof. Thomas Fischer (Germany) and Prof. Maija Radzina (Latvia), who will share the latest clinical updates and practical strategies integrating CEUS into routine clinical workflows. Discussions will explore how CEUS contributes to rapid, high-quality diagnostic assessment while supporting more efficient clinical decision-making.

"It is exciting to see continued momentum around Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound and its expanding role in clinical practice," said Luca Frazzoli, Global Ultrasound Modality Director, Bracco Imaging. "By bringing together clinical expertise and technological innovation at forums such as ECR, we can help support meaningful advancements in diagnostic imaging that benefit both healthcare professionals and patients."

Click here for additional information on the Bracco program at ECR 2026, including the Symposium.

Visit the Bracco booth on Level 0 – Foyer E – Room E1.

About Bracco Imaging
Bracco Imaging is a global leader in diagnostic imaging, dedicated to improving people's lives by shaping the future of prevention and precision medicine. With a strong passion for innovation, the company develops and provides a broad portfolio of pharmaceutical products for diagnostic imaging: contrast agents for X-ray, Computed Tomography (CT), and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), as well microbubbles for Contrast Enhanced Ultrasound (CEUS), and Molecular Imaging through radioactive tracers and novel PET imaging agents, alongside specialized medical devices and related services.

The company is committed to advancing radiology by sharing knowledge to cultivate future thought leaders, linking today's practice with tomorrow's progress. Since 1927, Bracco Imaging has grown to more than 3,800 employees and now supports patients and radiology professionals in over 100 countries.

Discover Bracco Imaging at www.bracco.com.

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