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European Heart Journal - Quality of Care and Clinical Outcomes
2025 Impact Factors just released
Congratulations to the Editors-in-Chief and their teams for their outstanding contribution to the ESC Journal Family. This year highlights the exceptional performance of the European Heart Journal, as well as the first Impact Factor for EHJ – Open, marking an important milestone.
Spotlight on Ireland
As Ireland prepares for its next EU Council Presidency, cardiologists are calling for a National Cardiovascular Health Plan, stronger prevention measures and action on vaping. Read more about how Ireland’s upcoming Council Presidency could help drive progress in cardiovascular care, equity and outcomes across Ireland and Europe.
Cancer and heart failure: prevalence, incidence, and prognosis in Scotland
Listen to our latest ESC Cardio Talk podcast with Florian A. Wenzl, University of Zurich, Zurich (Switzerland), Alexander Lyon, Royal Brompton Hospital, London (UK) and David Adlam, University of Leicester, Leicester (UK).
ESC Congress 2026 – see the programme
This year's Spotlight on Artificial Intelligence explores how AI is becoming a co-pilot, enhancing precision, speed, and safety in patient care. Discover AI in action, from diagnosis to delivery, through hands-on sessions, live demonstrations, and immersive learning.
You could be the next Fellow of the ESC (FESC)
Be recognised for your outstanding achievements and contributions to cardiovascular medicine by becoming a Fellow of the ESC and discover the career-enhancing benefits will serve you every day of the year. Submit your application by 30 September.
Potassium in Heart Failure
What is the optimal serum potassium level in heart failure, and when should clinicians be concerned? Milton Packer discusses the impact of serum potassium on outcome, highlights recent trial findings, and provides important advice for potassium management in patients with heart failure.
Editor's Choice
Discover this week's selection from Prof. Felix Mahfoud, Editor-in-Chief of the ESC website
What is the cardiologist of the future
What will it take to be a cardiologist in the age of AI? ESC President Thomas Lüscher explores how artificial intelligence is transforming cardiovascular medicine, from diagnosis and imaging to education and patient care, and highlights the skills that will define the cardiologists of tomorrow.
PCI Guidance by Intracoronary Imaging
How can intracoronary imaging improve the outcome of percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI)? Lorenz Raeber discusses important developments of the recent past and looks into the future of image-guided PCI.
Predictors of recurrent venous thromboembolism and bleeding in patients with cancer
Read Dr. Konrad Stepien’s commentary on a meta-analysis exploring recurrence and bleeding risks in cancer-associated VTE. The findings highlight key prognostic factors – including prior VTE, functional status, cancer stage and tumour type – that can help guide personalised anticoagulation decisions.
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We are a volunteer-led, not-for-profit medical society. Our members and decision-makers are scientists, clinicians, nurses and allied professionals working in all fields of cardiology.
We unite national cardiac societies from around the world. This unique network allows us to understand the impact of cardiovascular disease and how we can better reduce its burden. Our diversity is our strength.
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ESC Clinical Practice Guidelines help you weigh up the benefits and risks in your decision making
2025 ESC Guidelines for the management of myocarditis and pericarditis
These guidelines introduce a comprehensive, patient-oriented framework for the diagnosis and management of IMPS, spanning the full disease spectrum.
2025 ESC Guidelines for the management of cardiovascular disease and pregnancy
The current Guidelines for the management of cardiovascular disease and pregnancy support health care professionals to manage and care for women with cardiovascular diseases before, during and after pregnancy.
2025 ESC/EACTS Guidelines for the management of valvular heart disease
The 2025 ESC/EACTS Guidelines update the 2021 valvular heart disease recommendations. Key revisions highlight the central role of the Heart Team, the importance of Heart Valve Centres, and advances in diagnostic imaging with clearer criteria for complex VHD. They also refine indications and timing for interventional options across the spectrum of VHD.
2025 Focused Update of the 2019 ESC/EAS Guidelines for the management of dyslipidaemias
This 2025 Focused Update addresses changes in recommendations for the treatment of dyslipidaemias based on new evidence published since the 2019 version, up until 31 March 2025.
2025 ESC Clinical Consensus Statement on mental health and cardiovascular disease
This clinical consensus statement on mental health and cardiovascular disease highlights the multidirectional relationship between mental health, cardiovascular health and cardiovascular disease and its impact on cardiovascular risk and prognosis.
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We know you're busy, so we've made it simple to develop your knowledge across three levels: Core Cardiology, Subspecialty and Expert.
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Understanding and application of ESC Guidelines and preparation for the European Exam in Core Cardiology.
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Training, certification and clinical practice in cardiology subspecialties.
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Continuous professional development for general cardiologists and established specialists.