Association for Acute CardioVascular Care (ACVC)
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EHJ-ACVC Highlights
True to the spirit of ‘Don’t Stop the Beat!’, this issue highlights progress in heart rate (HR) management, precision physiological monitoring, risk stratification in acute dyspnoea, and optimised strategies for pulmonary embolism, alongside innovative biomarker applications and multi-disciplinary approaches for complex, high-risk patients.
ESC Acute CardioVascular Care 2026
Register today to join your community at #ACVC26 in Lisbon. Explore the Scientific Programme, designed for real-world acute scenarios with interactive sessions, rapid decision-making, and collaboration across the Heart Team. ACVC Members save on registration.
Our multidisciplinary acute cardiovascular care community is on LinkedIn!
Follow the ACVC community on our new LinkedIn page to connect, exchange ideas, and stay up to date with the latest news and exciting initiatives.
ACVC Chill & Connect
Attending ESC Acute CardioVascular Care 2026? Then take a moment to relax and connect with fellow ACVC colleagues. Meet new people, strengthen your network, or just simply enjoy the vibe after a great day of science. Get your ticket today.
Cardiac biomarkers in prehospital and primary care settings
Catch up on the latest ACVC Biomarker Talk with Prof. R. Body and Dr. T. Johannessen.
Conservative and invasive management of CCS
When should chronic coronary syndromes be managed conservatively and when should invasive revascularisation be considered? Roxana Mehran and Rasha Al-Lamee share their expertise in the latest episode of ESC TV Today.
Neuroprognostication after cardiac arrest
Profs. Agnieszka Tycinska and Chiara Robba, and Dr. Pablo Jorge Perez discuss neuroprognostication after cardiac arrest according to the current guidelines in the latest ACVC Cardio Talk.
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Events in Acute Cardiac Care
ACVC events keep you on top of the latest developments in acute cardiovascular care.
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ACVC Clinical Decision-Making Toolkit 2025 edition
Make confident, evidence-based choices at the bedside with this essential toolkit for acute cardiovascular care. Access clear algorithms, practical tables, and expert guidance - all built on ESC Clinical Practice Guidelines.
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At the heart of acute cardiovascular care
From the first cardiac event to full stabilisation, we’re the only multidisciplinary community dedicated to every stage of acute cardiovascular care.
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Resources that move acute cardiovascular care forward
EHJ - Acute CardioVascular Care
Our journal delivers cutting-edge research and expert insights on acute coronary syndromes, cardiogenic shock, cardiac arrest, arrhythmias, and acute heart failure, helping clinicians stay ahead in managing critical cardiovascular emergencies.
Handbook on Mechanical Circulatory Support
Get clear, systematic guide to principles, indications, and practical management of mechanical circulatory support.
ESC Textbook of Intensive and Acute Cardiovascular Care
The key reference for all professionals involved in the management of patients with acute cardiovascular diseases.
Handbook of Acute CardioVascular Monitoring
Our handbook on acute CV monitoring provides all you need to know to monitor acute cardiovascular patients.
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Young Acute Cardiovascular Care Community
We provide support to our young community through our different initiatives.
Fellow of the Association for Acute CardioVascular Care (FACVC)
Being selected as an ACVC Fellow signifies to your peers and colleagues that you have achieved a high level of excellence and integrity in your professional field. In addition, Fellows enjoy exclusive benefits. The application period is open from 15 June to 15 October each year.
National Representatives in the field of acute cardiovascular care
To enhance and expand the quality of acute cardiovascular care, the ACVC has created a network of National and Young National Representatives who act as key liaisons in their countries, promoting the subspecialty and disseminating ACVC initiatives on a voluntary two-year mandate.
ESC Mentoring
Your online mentoring platform for one-to-one access to global mentors and mentees!
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About ACVC
Our community is involved in managing acute cardiovascular disease from cardiac event to patient stabilisation.
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