Cardiology

Heart Failure Treatment in 2026: A Clinical Overview

Heart failure management has changed substantially over the past decade. This clinical overview covers the four pillars of guideline-directed medical therapy, the role of device therapy, and emerging treatments entering practice in 2026.

Smartphones and Pacemakers: Separating Fact from Electromagnetic Fiction

Modern smartphones pose minimal risk of electromagnetic interference with pacemakers and ICDs, provided a safe distance is maintained.

Cardiovascular risk: Why men die earlier, women live sicker

Cardiovascular risk factors impact longevity and morbidity differently by sex, with men experiencing earlier mortality and women facing a longer duration of disease.

Severe VT in ischaemic cardiomyopathy: Why current care isn't enough

A case of sustained ventricular tachycardia in ischaemic cardiomyopathy highlights the complexities of managing severe left ventricular systolic dysfunction.

Pulsed Field Ablation: A New Frontier for Atrial Fibrillation?

Pulsed field ablation offers a novel, non-thermal approach to cardiac tissue destruction, leveraging irreversible electroporation for targeted cell death in arrhythmias.

For atrial fibrillation, integrated pathways may beat individual fixes

The AF-CARE pathway, a comprehensive, integrated management strategy, aims to improve outcomes for atrial fibrillation patients by standardising care.

Why cardiac amyloidosis diagnoses are surging and what it means for GPs

Cardiac amyloidosis diagnoses are increasing due to improved awareness and advanced imaging, revealing a previously underrecognized cause of heart failure.

AI in the ED: Can algorithms truly accelerate acute cardiac care?

Artificial intelligence tools show promise in improving diagnostic speed and accuracy for acute cardiac conditions, but integration challenges persist.

Vapes and Snus: What the ESC Says About Cardiovascular Risk

The European Society of Cardiology has clarified its position on electronic cigarettes and snus, outlining distinct cardiovascular risks.