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The scientific programme will highlight the latest cardiovascular science to improve daily practice of acute cardiovascular care professionals from cardiologists, intensivists, anaesthesiologists, internists, cardiac surgeons, nurses, to paramedics and other allied professionals who care for acutely ill cardiac patients.

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Dedicated sessions for the Young

• How to use biomarkers in acute cardiovascular care
• Post-AMI complications
• The ABC for the crashing patient with acute valvular disease
• Early approach to cardiogenic shock: what really matters and future directions
• Debates in resuscitation: balancing controversies and evidence

Other attractive sessions

• Management of patients with intermediate-high and high-risk pulmonary embolism
• Hot topics in acute coronary syndromes
• Resuscitated out-of-hospital cardiac arrest: what have we learned and how to move on
• How to approach clinical challenges in the cardiovascular ICU

New this year!

Acute cardiac care jeopardy

This session is designed to have fun while playing an interactive game whereby a host is asking questions to three competing teams, based on different categories of heart health ranging from haemodynamics and arrhythmias to cardiogenic shock, renal and pulmonary issues. Go to session programme

Cardiogenic shock escape room

This session will highlight the key aspects of multidisciplinary management of cardiogenic shock, using a game-based format to incorporate key aspects of the critical care cardiology management of patient with this condition. Learners will be exposed to real-world, rapid pace, high acuity situations requiring the medustudent.com use of timely and accurate decision-making skills, while fostering appropriate team dynamics and communication.

This workshop is repeated three times during the congress: Go to session programme.

Seats are limited, no pre-registration is required.

European Resuscitation Council (ERC) track

Join us for an informative and insightful track on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) at the upcoming ACVC Congress in Athens! Hosted jointly by ACVC and ERC, this track will feature sessions and discussions dedicated to the latest advancements and best practices in CPR. Whether you’re a seasoned medical professional or a newcomer to the field, this is an excellent opportunity to enhance your knowledge, share experiences, and network with experts in the field of emergency medicine. Don’t miss out on this invaluable learning experience! Go to ERC track programme

ESC Acute Cardiovascular Care 2024 workshops

ESC Acute Cardiovascular Care Congress 2024 provides you with a unique opportunity to learn or update your skills:

• NEW! Cardiogenic shock escape room
• Research methodology
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• How to make a home-made phantom for invasive procedures

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Presentations by leading global experts, 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.

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Abstracts & Clinical Cases presentations

The congress highlight innovative research and case presentations. 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.