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AI-enabled stethoscope demonstrated to be twice as efficient at detecting valvular heart disease in the clinic
New research shows that the use of an AI-enabled digital stethoscope more than doubled the identification of moderate to severe valvular heart disease during routine clinical examinations, compared to a traditional stethoscope.
European Heart Journal - call for editor-in-chief
We are looking for an internationally recognised expert to lead as the next editor-in-chief of the European Heart Journal, our flagship academic journal and one of the world’s leading publications in cardiovascular medicine.
KLHL24 mutation drives intermediate filament degradation, mitochondrial dysfunction and fibrosis in HF patients
In patients with epidermolysis bullosa caused by variants in KLHL24 (KLHL24mut), dilated cardiomyopathy is often the major clinical- and life-threatening problem. In this study, Ramovs et al. employed human induced pluripotent stem cell (hiPSC) derived cardiac myocytes and fibroblasts to show that...
AF-B-STEP: A global effort to transform atrial fibrillation detection and treatment
AF‑B‑STEP is a new international project that will, for the first time, systematically measure how long people spend in atrial fibrillation (AF) and how this AF burden affects stroke risk, heart failure, and quality of life. It will set common standards for detecting AF across devices, uniting 18 partners from Europe and Canada.
CardioPractice – Volume 38
The February CardioPractice edition explores asymptomatic aortic valve stenosis (AVS), highlighting Prof. Yohann Bohbot’s practical guide to diagnosis and multimodal assessment. Plus: new podcasts and videos with Dr. Stefano Nistri featuring expert insights on AVS and heart failure.
Climate Change and Heart Disease
How does climate change threaten heart health, and who is most at risk? Can health systems adapt, and what can cardiologists do today to limit harm? Expert Hugh Montgomery shares the latest evidence and practical steps on the latest episode of ESC TV today.
FOCUS on sports in cardiology
Understand the cardiovascular impact and management in athletes with this month's FOCUS resources on sports in cardiology.
ESC elections – first slate revealed
It's an election year for the ESC and we are pleased to announce the first slate for elected positions. The final slate will be announced on 23 February 2026. Read about our elections and governance on the new ESC website.
ESC Congress 2026 - Where transformation becomes collective
By submitting your work to ESC Congress 2026, you could impact the future of cardiovascular care. Share your findings with the world’s largest cardiology community, participate in meaningful discussions, expand your network, and gain international visibility. Submit by 1 March (abstracts) and 11 March (clinical cases).
EHJ Dialogues
Join Prof. Thomas Lüscher for an EHJ Dialogue exploring how AI is reshaping cardiovascular risk prediction, including insights into the GRACE 3.0 model. With Profs. Folkert Asselbergs and Susanna Price, the discussion highlights clinical opportunities and challenges of AI driven risk stratification. On 26 February at 17:00 CET.
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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 for the management of valvular heart disease (VHD) are an update of the 2021 version of this document.
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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