Cardiology and Heart diseases

About Conference

We are pleased to announce the "10th International Conference on Cardiology and Heart Diseases," set to take place in Dubai, UAE, on October 13-14, 2024. With the theme "Advancing Cardiovascular Wellness: Navigating the Path to Heart Health," our congress aims to instigate positive societal change. Bringing together esteemed experts, researchers, clinicians, scientists, and industry professionals from across the globe, the event facilitates the exchange of knowledge, sharing of insights, and collaboration towards preventing and treating cardiovascular diseases. CARDIOLOGY MEETING-2024 offers an exceptional global platform for cardiovascular health professionals through conferences, workshops, seminars, and B2B sessions, alongside interactive gatherings from diverse corners of the world. Join us as we collectively advance cardiovascular wellness and pave the way for enhanced heart health on a global scale.

Why Attend?

Engage with professionals from the target market, passionate about staying abreast of cutting-edge technologies and advancements in cardiovascular care, hailing from diverse corners of the globe. Seize the opportunity to connect with a vast global audience. Showcase and disseminate information regarding the latest breakthroughs in cardiology, spanning clinical cardiology, cardiac regeneration, and cardiac imaging, while garnering recognition for your contributions over this two-day event. Key highlights include presentations by world-renowned speakers, showcasing the most recent research, treatment techniques, and updates in Cardiology. The conference will feature major sessions meticulously designed to deliver comprehensive lectures addressing contemporary issues across various fields of cardiovascular and cardiac diseases.

Sessions & Tracks

Track 1: Cardiovascular Diseases and Disorders

Cardiovascular diseases and disorders encompass a broad spectrum of conditions impacting the heart and blood vessels. These encompass coronary artery disease, hypertension, heart failure, arrhythmias, peripheral artery disease, and congenital heart defects, among others. Rooted in factors like genetics, lifestyle choices, and underlying health conditions, they stand as a significant contributor to global morbidity and mortality rates, bearing substantial healthcare costs and societal burdens. Prevention and management strategies pivot around lifestyle adjustments (such as a healthy diet, regular exercise, and smoking cessation), medication, interventional procedures, and personalized surgical interventions. Timely detection, effective management, and consistent care play pivotal roles in mitigating complications and enhancing outcomes for individuals grappling with cardiovascular diseases and disorders.

Some of the Cardiovascular Diseases are:

• Coronary Heart Disease
• Cerebrovascular Disease
• Rheumatic Heart Disease

Track 2: Heart Failure and Transplantation

Heart failure occurs when the heart cannot effectively pump blood to meet the body's demands, often stemming from conditions like coronary artery disease, hypertension, or cardiomyopathy. Symptoms include shortness of breath, fatigue, leg swelling, and exercise intolerance. Treatment involves lifestyle modifications, medications, and sometimes devices like pacemakers or implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs). In severe cases, heart transplantation may be necessary. This surgery replaces a failing heart with a healthy donor organ, offering improved quality of life and extended lifespan. However, it carries risks such as organ rejection and limited donor availability, making it a last resort for end-stage heart failure patients.

Track 3: Echocardiography, Cardiac CT and MRI

Echocardiography, Cardiac CT (computed tomography), and MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) are advanced imaging techniques vital in cardiovascular diagnostics. Echocardiography uses sound waves to produce real-time images of the heart's structure and function, aiding in diagnosing conditions like valve abnormalities or heart muscle disorders. Cardiac CT provides detailed cross-sectional images of the heart and blood vessels, useful for detecting coronary artery disease and assessing cardiac anatomy. MRI utilizes powerful magnets and radio waves to generate high-resolution images, offering insights into heart structure, function, and tissue characteristics, valuable for diagnosing heart conditions and planning treatment.

Echocardiography helps doctor to find out:

• How heart moves
• If blood is leaking backwards through heart values
• The size and shape of heart, thickness and movement of heart’s wall.
• The heart’s pumping strength.
• If the heart values are too narrow
• If there is a tumor or infectious growth around heart values

Track 4: Neurology and Cardiology

Neurology and cardiology delve into the intricate interplay of the nervous and cardiovascular systems' pathophysiology. The on-going dialogue between the brain and the heart is pivotal in amalgamating insights into neurological and cardiac disorders. The synergistic neuro-cardiac connections illuminate numerous challenges concerning the body's physiological functions.

These encompass:

• Stress-related conditions
• Arrhythmias
• Stroke
• Epilepsy

Track 5: Pediatric and Congenital Cardiovascular Disease

Pediatric and congenital cardiovascular disease refers to heart conditions present at birth or developing during childhood. These encompass a spectrum of structural abnormalities, rhythm disorders, and functional impairments. Diagnosis often requires specialized expertise due to the complexities of pediatric cardiac anatomy and physiology. Treatment modalities vary from medication management to surgical interventions, tailored to the individual patient's needs. Advances in medical technology and surgical techniques have significantly improved outcomes for children with congenital heart disease, enhancing their quality of life and long-term prognosis.

Track 6: Hypertension and Obesity

Hypertension and obesity are closely intertwined health concerns with far-reaching consequences. Hypertension, or high blood pressure, often coexists with obesity due to shared risk factors such as poor diet and sedentary lifestyle. Excess body weight contributes to increased resistance in blood vessels, elevating blood pressure and straining the cardiovascular system. Addressing obesity through lifestyle modifications like healthier eating habits and regular exercise can effectively lower blood pressure and mitigate the risk of cardiovascular complications, underscoring the critical link between these two conditions in promoting overall health.

Track 7: Interventional Cardiology

Interventional cardiology encompasses various specialized tracks aimed at diagnosing and treating cardiovascular conditions through minimally invasive procedures. Subtracks include coronary interventions, focusing on blockages in the heart's arteries, often treated with stents or angioplasty. Structural heart interventions address defects or abnormalities in heart valves or chambers, offering solutions like transcatheter valve replacement. Additionally, peripheral vascular interventions target blockages in arteries outside the heart, vital for treating conditions like peripheral artery disease.

These are collectively advance

• Patient care
• Improving outcomes
• Minimizing recovery times

Track 8: Genetics of Heart & Vascular Disease

Genetics plays a pivotal role in heart and vascular diseases, shaping individual susceptibility and outcomes. Genes intricately regulate cardiovascular system functions, from blood vessel integrity to heart cell structure. Genetic mutations can significantly influence disease predisposition. include inherited heart conditions like

• hypertrophic
• dilated cardiomyopathy
• familial hypercholesterolemia

Vascular diseases, such as atherosclerosis and abdominal aortic aneurysm, also have genetic underpinnings. Understanding these genetic factors enhances risk assessment, diagnosis, and personalized treatment strategies for individuals with heart and vascular diseases.

Track 9: Cardiac Arrhythmias

Cardiac arrhythmias encompass a range of irregular heart rhythms that disrupt the normal beating pattern. These electrical disturbances can lead to symptoms like palpitations, dizziness, or even life-threatening complications such as stroke or sudden cardiac arrest. Arrhythmias may arise from various causes, including heart disease, electrolyte imbalances, or genetic predispositions. Treatment options span from medication management to procedures like ablation or implantation of pacemakers or defibrillators, tailored to the specific type and severity of the arrhythmia.

Track 10: Heart Attack

A heart attack, medically known as a myocardial infarction, occurs when blood flow to a part of the heart is blocked, usually due to a clot in a coronary artery. This blockage deprives the heart muscle of oxygen and nutrients, leading to tissue damage or death if not promptly treated. Symptoms may include chest pain or discomfort, shortness of breath, nausea, and lightheadedness. Immediate medical attention is crucial to restore blood flow and prevent further damage. Treatment often involves medications, such as clot-busting drugs or angioplasty, to reopen the blocked artery and reduce the risk of complications or future heart attacks.

Track 11: Congestive Heart Failure

Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a chronic condition where the heart's pumping ability is weakened, leading to inadequate blood circulation. This results in fluid buildup in the body, causing symptoms like shortness of breath, fatigue, swelling in the legs, and difficulty exercising. CHF can develop due to various underlying conditions such as coronary artery disease, hypertension, or previous heart damage. Treatment aims to manage symptoms, improve heart function, and slow disease progression through medications, lifestyle changes, and sometimes procedures like implantation of pacemakers or ventricular assist devices. Regular monitoring and adherence to treatment plans are crucial for managing CHF effectively.

Track 12: Preventive Cardiology

Preventive cardiology is a proactive approach to cardiovascular health aimed at reducing the risk of heart disease and related complications. It involves identifying and managing risk factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, obesity, and physical inactivity. Prevention strategies focus on lifestyle modifications including adopting a heart-healthy diet, engaging in regular exercise, maintaining a healthy weight, and avoiding tobacco use. Additionally, preventive cardiology emphasizes early detection and treatment of cardiovascular risk factors through regular screenings and medical evaluations. By addressing these factors preemptively, preventive cardiology aims to lower the incidence of heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular events, promoting overall heart health

Track 13: Cardio-Oncology

Cardio-oncology is a specialized field focusing on the cardiovascular health of cancer patients undergoing treatment. Chemotherapy, radiation, and other cancer therapies can have adverse effects on the heart, leading to conditions such as cardiomyopathy or arrhythmias. Cardio-oncologists work to prevent, monitor, and manage these cardiovascular complications, ensuring optimal cancer treatment outcomes while safeguarding heart health.

Track 14: Acute Coronary Runs (ACS) Clinical wisdom and opinion

Clinical wisdom and opinion regarding Acute Coronary Syndromes (ACS) are pivotal in guiding patient management and improving outcomes in cardiology. ACS encompasses a spectrum of conditions including unstable angina, non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI), and ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI). Clinical expertise informs timely diagnosis, risk stratification, and appropriate interventions tailored to each patient's presentation. This may involve pharmacotherapy, invasive procedures like coronary angiography, or mechanical revascularization techniques such as percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) or coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). Collaborative decision-making, drawing upon both evidence-based practices and clinician experience, optimizes ACS care, emphasizing the importance of ongoing research and dialogue in refining treatment approaches.

Track 15: Diagnostic tests in cardiology

Diagnostic tests in cardiology play a crucial role in assessing heart health, diagnosing cardiovascular conditions, and guiding treatment decisions. These tests encompass a variety of non-invasive and invasive procedures designed to evaluate the structure and function of the heart, as well as detect any abnormalities or disease processes. Common diagnostic tests include:

• Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG)
• Echocardiogram
• Stress Tests
• Cardiac Catheterization
• Cardiac MRI and CT
• Holter Monitoring