The Cardio-Vascular Systeme

Since cardio-vascular diseases challenge multiple scientific approaches it is crucial to offer a platform for cutting-edge research in areas as diverse as atherosclerosis and the metabolic syndrome.

With high blood pressure, obesity and diabetes being among the most frequent diagnoses of the metabolic syndrome, atherosclerosis is commonly known as "clogged arteries" and results in acute / life-threatening emergencies like myocardial infarction and stroke.

Because prognoses depend on effective therapies, up-to-date knowledge of the most recent contributions from evidence-based medicine is important nowadays. Gender medicine establishes gender specific aspects that guide both, treatment and prevention.

The area of prevention focuses on theory and practice:

Cooking lessons for adults explore this intersection. The "teddy bear clinic" introduces children to the concept of "staying healthy" while playing.

Due to the growing interest in complementary medicine at previous conferences, we continue to expand the number of workshops and lectures in this field.

We furthermore wish to provide a forum that is sensitive to ethical viewpoints on organ donation to present emerging possibilities and recent scientific advances in heart transplantation.