Acta Cardiologica

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Acta Cardiologica

Acta Cardiologica (pronounced: ak-ta kar-dee-oh-lo-ji-ka) is a peer-reviewed medical journal that focuses on the field of cardiology. The term "Acta Cardiologica" is derived from Latin, with "Acta" meaning "records" or "proceedings" and "Cardiologica" referring to the study of the heart and its functions in health and disease.

Overview

Acta Cardiologica is a bimonthly publication that provides a platform for cardiologists and scientists worldwide to share their research findings. The journal publishes original research articles, review articles, case reports, and clinical images related to cardiology. It covers a wide range of topics including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmia, hypertension, and cardiovascular surgery.

History

Acta Cardiologica was first published in 1946. Since then, it has been a significant source of information for cardiologists and researchers in the field of cardiology. The journal is published by the Belgian Society of Cardiology.

Abstracting and Indexing

Acta Cardiologica is abstracted and indexed in several databases including PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science. This ensures that the research published in the journal reaches a wide audience.

Related Terms

  • Cardiology: The branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the heart and parts of the circulatory system.
  • Coronary Artery Disease: A disease caused by the buildup of plaque in the coronary arteries.
  • Heart Failure: A chronic condition in which the heart doesn't pump blood as well as it should.
  • Arrhythmia: A condition in which the heartbeat is irregular, too slow, or too fast.
  • Hypertension: A condition characterized by consistently high blood pressure.
  • Cardiovascular Surgery: A surgical specialty that deals with disorders of the heart and blood vessels.

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