Recent Advances in Abdominal Imaging

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue on “Recent Advances in Abdominal Imaging” aims to collect high-quality, experimental and clinical studies, case series, reviews, and systematic meta-analyses that contribute to the evolving field of abdominal diagnostics. Special emphasis is placed on the quantitative evaluation of imaging data, supporting the transition to more precise, standardized, and biomarker-based diagnostic approaches in abdominal imaging.

Abdominal imaging has undergone rapid advancements in recent years, driven by innovations in imaging technologies such as photon-counting spectral CT, multiparametric quantitative MRI, and total-body perfusion PET/CT. These developments have significantly enhanced the visualization and characterization of abdominal diseases. The increasing integration of artificial intelligence, including radiomics and deep neural networks, is revolutionizing the field by enabling more accurate disease characterization, improving image reconstruction, reducing patient exposure, standardizing protocols, and accelerating imaging workflows. Additionally, new contrast agents and radiotracers have improved the detection of both anatomical structures and pathological changes. There is also growing interest in the development and clinical implementation of quantitative imaging biomarkers, which are steadily advancing toward routine use. All authors interested in shaping the future of abdominal imaging are cordially invited to contribute.

Dr. Pál Kaposi
Guest Editor

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