Turkish Society of Cardiology
The Turkish Society of Cardiology is a member of the European Society of Cardiology
Key information
- Number of Members: 3358
- Year of Foundation: 1963
- ESC Member since: 1966
Journals
- Archives of the Turkish Society of Cardiology is a peer-reviewed journal launched in 1968 that covers all aspects of cardiovascular medicine. The journal publishes original clinical and experimental research articles, case reports, reviews and interesting images pertinent to cardiovascular diseases, as well as editorial comments, letters to the editor, news, guidelines, and abstracts presented at national cardiology meetings in both Turkish and English. Archives of the Turkish Society of Cardiology accepts papers on a wide range of topics, including coronary artery disease, valve diseases, arrhythmias, heart failure, hypertension, congenital heart diseases, cardiovascular surgery, basic science and imaging techniques.
Editor in Chief: Dilek Ural - Anatolian Journal of Cardiology The Anatolian Journal of Cardiology is an international monthly periodical on cardiology published on independent, unbiased, double-blinded and peer-review principles since 2001. The journal’s publication language is English. The Anatolian Journal of Cardiology aims to publish qualified and original clinical, experimental and basic research on cardiology at the international level in English and Turkish. The journal’s scope also covers editorial comments, reviews of innovations in medical education and practice, case reports, original images, scientific letters, educational articles, letters to the editor, articles on publication ethics, diagnostic puzzles, and issues in social cardiology.
Editor in Chief: Cetin Erol - Kardiyovaskuler Hemsirelik Dergisi Turkish Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing (TJCN)was launched in 2010 and is an official publication of the Turkish Society of Cardiology - Cardiovascular Nursing Technicians Working Group. TJCN is an open access, peer-reviewed e-journal that considers scientific research, case reports, reviews, translations, letters to the editor, news and abstracts presented at the National Congress of Cardiology. The Turkish Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing accept manuscripts in the field of coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, arrhythmias, heart efficacy, hypertension, congenital heart disease and all articles related to the coronary intensive care nursing.
The journal is published 3 issues per year; in April, August, and December. The journal accepts manuscripts written in English or Turkish.
More information
Turkish Society of Cardiology Nish Istanbul A Blok Kat: 8 No: 47-48, Cobancesme, Sanayi Cd. 11 Yenibosna, Bahcelievler - 34196 Istanbul +90 212 221 1730
Professor Eralp Tutar
Treasurer
Professor Serdar Sevimli
Board Member
Doctor Ertugrul Okuyan
Vice President
Professor Bulent Mutlu
Secretary General
Professor Can Yucel Karabay
Board Member
Professor Muzaffer M Degertekin
President
Professor Dursun Aras
Vice President
Professor Fahriye Vatansever Agca
Board Member
ESC Clinical Practice Guidelines endorsed by your National Society
2024 ESC Guidelines for the Management of Elevated Blood Pressure and Hypertension
Our guidelines support healthcare professionals with the diagnosis and management of elevated blood pressure and hypertension.
2024 ESC Guidelines for the management of atrial fibrillation
In this iteration of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Clinical Practice Guidelines on Atrial Fibrillation, the task force has consolidated and evolved past approaches to develop the AF-CARE framework.
2024 ESC Guidelines for the management of peripheral arterial and aortic diseases
These guidelines provide a comprehensive framework for healthcare professionals, covering the entire PAAD patient journey.
2024 ESC Guidelines for the management of chronic coronary syndromes
The current guidelines for managing chronic coronary syndromes (CCS) are intended to assist in diagnosing and initiating treatment for individuals with suspected CCS, as well as in the longterm management of patients with confirmed CCS.
2023 ESC Guidelines for the management of cardiovascular disease in patients with diabetes
The current Guidelines on cardiovascular disease and diabetes are designed to guide prevention and management of the manifestations of CVD in patients with diabetes.
2023 ESC Guidelines for the management of endocarditis
2023 ESC Guidelines for the management of cardiomyopathies
The objective of this guideline is to help healthcare professionals diagnose and manage patients with cardiomyopathies of all ages according to the best available evidence and to provide a practical diagnostic and treatment framework for patients and their relatives.
2023 ESC Guidelines for the management of acute coronary syndromes
The present guideline has been developed to support healthcare professionals in the diagnosis and management of patients presenting with acute coronary syndrome (ACS). For the first time, the present guideline presents recommendations for management of patients across the entire spectrum of ACS in one document.
2023 Focused Update of the 2021 ESC Guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic heart failure
Since the publication of the 2021 ESC Guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic heart failure, there have been several randomised controlled trials that should change patient management ahead of the next scheduled full guideline.
2022 ESC Guidelines on cardio-oncology
The first ESC Guidelines on cardio-oncology offer essential recommendations for protecting cardiovascular health in cancer care – supporting you at every step, from diagnosis to prevention and long-term management.
2022 ESC Guidelines on Cardiovascular Assessment and Management of Patients Undergoing Non Cardiac Surgery
These guidelines are intended for physicians, healthcare workers, and collaborators involved in the pre-operative, operative, and post-operative care of patients undergoing non-cardiac surgery.
2022 ESC Guidelines: management of patients with ventricular arrhythmias and the prevention of sudden cardiac death
This document presents an update of the 2015 ESC Guidelines for the management of patients with ventricular arrhythmias (VA) and the prevention of sudden cardiac death (SCD).
2022 ESC/ERS Guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary hypertension
Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a pathophysiological disorder, which may involve multiple clinical conditions and may be associated with a variety of cardiovascular and respiratory diseases.
2021 ESC Guidelines on Cardiovascular Disease Prevention in Clinical Practice
The present guidelines have been developed to support healthcare professionals in their efforts to reduce the burden of ASCVD in both individual patients, as well as at a population level.
2021 ESC Guidelines on cardiac pacing and cardiac resynchronization therapy
The 2021 ESC Guidelines redefine cardiac pacing – covering CRT, His and left bundle branch pacing, advanced diagnostics, risk reduction, remote monitoring, and shared decision-making for better patient care.
2021 ESC Guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic heart failure
The aim of this ESC guideline is to help health professionals manage people with heart failure (HF) according to the best available evidence. Fortunately, we now have a wealth of clinical trials to help us select the best management to improve the outcomes for people with HF; for many, it is now both preventable and treatable.
2020 ESC Guidelines on Sports Cardiology and Exercise in Patients with Cardiovascular Disease
These guidelines draw upon existing ESC Guidelines for the investigation, risk assessment, and management of individuals with CVD to aid physicians when prescribing exercise programmes or providing advice for sports participation.
2020 ESC Guidelines for the management of Adult Congenital Heart Disease (previously Grown-Up Congenital Heart Disease)
Decision-making in ACHD involves accurate diagnosis, timing of intervention, risk assessment, and selection of the most suitable type of intervention.
2019 Guidelines on Supraventricular Tachycardia
Our guidelines deliver updated, evidence-based recommendations for managing supraventricular tachycardias – covering drug therapy, ablation, and coexisting conditions.
2019 Guidelines on Acute Pulmonary Embolism (Diagnosis and Management of)
This document follows the previous ESC guidelines focusing on the clinical management of pulmonary embolism (PE) published in 2000, 2008, and 2014.
2019 ESC/EAS Guidelines for the management of dyslipidaemias
These ESC/EAS Guidelines on lipids provide important new advice on patient management, which should enable more clinicians to efficiently and safely reduce CV risk through lipid modification.
2018 ESC/EACTS Guidelines on Myocardial Revascularisation
These Guidelines represent the third time that the ESC and EACTS have brought together cardiologists and cardiac surgeons in a joint Task Force to review the ever-increasing body of evidence, with the mission of drafting balanced, patient-centred practice Guidelines on myocardial revascularisation.
2018 Guidelines on Fourth Universal Definition of Myocardial Infarction
The 2018 ESC Guidelines refine the Universal Definition of MI – distinguishing myocardial injury from infarction with high-sensitivity biomarkers and clear clinical criteria.
2018 Guidelines for Diagnosis/Management of Syncope
Guidance on how to evaluate patients with loss of consciousness (LOC) and how to perform and interpret tests properly: tracings, videos, flow charts, and checklists are provided.
The Role of Endomyocardial Biopsy in the Management of Cardiovascular Disease Guidelines
Endomyocardial biopsy remains a debated tool in cardiovascular care. The latest guidelines clarify when EMB adds diagnostic, prognostic, and therapeutic value—balancing benefits against procedural risks.