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Scientific Programme

ESC Acute CardioVascular Care 2026, Lisbon, 20-21 March

A Programme Designed to Inspire and Advance Acute Cardiovascular Care

Latest research, practical insights, and multidisciplinary collaboration

This year's main theme, 'The Heart Team in Acute Cardiovascular Care', highlights the collaboration across disciplines and fosters open dialogue among all of us.

Through immersive workshops and engaging gaming sessions, we will experience hands-on learning designed to unite perspectives and strengthen team-based care.

Browse the Scientific Programme, discover the leading experts that will be presenting and bookmark the sessions you don't want to miss. 

Diverse, clinically relevant science​

Presentations covering the entire spectrum of acute cardiac care

Including acute coronary syndromes, acute heart failure, reperfusion and revascularisation, mechanical circulatory support in shock or pre-shock, management of arrhythmias in the acute setting, refractory cardiac arrest, acute venous thromboembolism, cardiothoracic intensive care, secondary prevention, with a particular focus on antithrombotic therapy, lipid-lowering, and anti-diabetic strategies.

Abstracts & Clinical Cases presentations

The congress highlights innovative research and educational cases

Presenters discuss findings with peers and international experts in dedicated field of expertise.

Presenting work allows engagement with fellow researchers, key opinion leaders, potential co-investigators and mentors in your field.
It also gives your work long-term visibility.

Workshops

Refreshing core skills, acquiring practical experience, learning new technique

Include them in your agenda!

  • NEW! Haemodynamic rounds: how to integrate haemodynamics into clinical practice
  • NEW! Echography in acute cardiac care and Echodynamic evaluation of cardiogenic shock phenotype: a multiorgan approach
  • Escape rooms on cardiogenic shock and pulmonary embolism
  • Simulation on cardiac care

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Faculty and Presenters Guidelines

Essential instructions to prepare and ensure a smooth presentation.

Call for Science

Boost your career by submitting your abstract or clinical case!

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Make the most of the early fees as well as special fees for local residents, students and those in training.

Congress Resources

Review resources from previous editions

Topic list for Acute Cardiovascular Care Congress

Abstract submission and our scientific sessions cover a wide array of topics

Faculty and Presenters Guidelines

Essential instructions to prepare and ensure a smooth presentation.