EACVI Best of Imaging 2020 Congress (Videos)
Comprehensive Multimodality Cardiac Imaging Congress
Overview
The EACVI Best of Imaging 2020 Congress is a premier cardiovascular imaging educational program developed by the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging. The congress brings together leading international experts in echocardiography, cardiac CT, cardiovascular MRI, nuclear cardiology, and multimodality imaging to deliver the most important advances in cardiovascular imaging and patient management.
Designed for today’s cardiac imaging community, the program adopts a patient-centered, multimodality approach that emphasizes selecting the most appropriate imaging modality for diagnosis, risk stratification, therapeutic planning, and follow-up. Through expert lectures, interactive panel discussions, clinical case reviews, and scientific presentations, participants gain practical knowledge applicable to everyday cardiovascular practice.
The congress also highlights the most influential imaging research, guideline updates, technological innovations, and clinical developments shaping modern cardiovascular medicine.
Course Specifications
Format
- Video Lectures
- Expert Panel Discussions
- Clinical Case Reviews
- Scientific Abstract Presentations
Educational Level
Intermediate to Advanced
Specialty
Cardiovascular Imaging
Organizer
European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this congress, participants should be able to:
- Apply multimodality imaging strategies to complex cardiovascular diseases.
- Select the most appropriate imaging technique for specific clinical scenarios.
- Interpret advanced echocardiographic, CT, MRI, and nuclear imaging findings.
- Integrate recent imaging guidelines into clinical practice.
- Evaluate structural heart disease using multimodality imaging.
- Improve diagnosis and management of cardiomyopathies.
- Utilize advanced imaging techniques for ischemic heart disease assessment.
- Understand emerging technologies and innovations in cardiovascular imaging.
- Apply imaging findings to guide treatment decisions and improve patient outcomes.
Key Educational Themes
Multimodality Cardiovascular Imaging
A major focus of the congress is understanding how different imaging modalities complement each other.
Topics Include
- Multimodality Imaging Strategies
- Patient-Centered Imaging Selection
- Imaging Appropriateness
- Integrated Diagnostic Pathways
- Clinical Decision-Making
Participants learn how to combine information from multiple imaging techniques to optimize patient care.
Advanced Echocardiography
Comprehensive updates on contemporary echocardiographic practice.
Topics Include
- Transthoracic Echocardiography (TTE)
- Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE)
- Three-Dimensional Echocardiography
- Speckle Tracking and Strain Imaging
- Stress Echocardiography
- Structural Heart Disease Imaging
Cardiac Computed Tomography (CT)
Advanced sessions explore the expanding role of cardiac CT.
Topics Include
- Coronary CT Angiography (CCTA)
- Coronary Calcium Scoring
- Plaque Characterization
- Structural Heart Planning
- TAVR Imaging
- Congenital Heart Disease Assessment
Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance (CMR)
Detailed review of contemporary cardiac MRI applications.
Topics Include
- Cardiomyopathy Evaluation
- Myocarditis
- Cardiac Amyloidosis
- Viability Imaging
- Ischemic Heart Disease
- Tissue Characterization
Participants learn how CMR contributes to diagnosis and risk stratification across a broad range of cardiac conditions.
Nuclear Cardiology and Cardiac PET
Review of advanced nuclear imaging techniques.
Topics Include
- Myocardial Perfusion Imaging
- Cardiac PET
- Viability Assessment
- Inflammatory Heart Disease
- Coronary Flow Reserve
- Quantitative Imaging
Structural Heart Disease Imaging
Comprehensive evaluation of imaging-guided structural interventions.
Topics Include
- Aortic Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Disease
- Tricuspid Valve Disease
- Left Atrial Appendage Closure
- Transcatheter Valve Interventions
- Procedural Planning and Follow-Up
Cardiomyopathy Imaging
Modern imaging approaches to myocardial disease.
Topics Include
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Restrictive Cardiomyopathy
- Arrhythmogenic Cardiomyopathy
- Infiltrative Diseases
Ischemic Heart Disease
Imaging approaches to diagnosis and management of coronary artery disease.
Topics Include
- Coronary Artery Disease Detection
- Ischemia Assessment
- Viability Testing
- Risk Stratification
- Revascularization Planning
Congenital Heart Disease
Multimodality imaging applications in congenital cardiac disorders.
Topics Include
- Adult Congenital Heart Disease
- Postoperative Assessment
- Advanced Imaging Techniques
- Complex Cardiac Anatomy
Best of Imaging: Recent Advances
One of the signature features of the congress.
Highlights Include
- Recent Clinical Trials
- Emerging Technologies
- New Imaging Guidelines
- Artificial Intelligence Applications
- Advanced Quantification Methods
- Future Directions in Cardiovascular Imaging
Participants receive concise reviews of the most important developments from the previous year.
Expert Panel Debates
Interactive sessions featuring international faculty discussing controversial topics.
Discussion Areas
- Imaging Modality Selection
- Appropriate Use Criteria
- Structural Heart Imaging
- Cardiomyopathy Workup
- Coronary Disease Assessment
These sessions provide valuable insight into real-world clinical decision-making.
Scientific Abstract Presentations
The congress showcases innovative research from cardiovascular imaging investigators worldwide.
Topics Include
- Echocardiography Research
- Cardiac CT Studies
- MRI Innovations
- Nuclear Imaging Advances
- Artificial Intelligence Applications
Educational Features
Multimodality Focus
Emphasizes integration of imaging techniques rather than isolated modality learning.
Expert International Faculty
Features many of Europe’s and the world’s leading cardiovascular imaging specialists.
Clinical Relevance
Focuses on practical applications that directly influence patient management.
Evidence-Based Content
Includes guideline updates, landmark studies, and emerging evidence.
Target Audience
Physicians
- Cardiologists
- Cardiac Imaging Specialists
- Echocardiographers
- Radiologists
- Nuclear Cardiologists
- Heart Failure Specialists
Trainees
- Cardiology Fellows
- Imaging Fellows
- Radiology Residents
Allied Healthcare Professionals
- Cardiac Sonographers
- Imaging Technologists
- Advanced Practice Providers
Why This Course Stands Out
Comprehensive Multimodality Coverage
Covers all major cardiovascular imaging modalities in a single program.
Patient-Centered Approach
Focuses on selecting the right imaging test for the right patient.
Latest Scientific Updates
Highlights the most important developments in cardiovascular imaging.
International Expert Faculty
Features leading authorities from across Europe and around the world.
Strong Clinical Focus
Provides practical guidance that can be immediately applied in clinical practice.
Congress Topics
Highlights:
A case of an intramyocardial cardiac cyst in an unusual location
A case of masses on aortic and mitral valves.An exercise of differential diagnosis
A case of primary cardiac lymphoma in a patient with a successful outcome
A common presentation of an uncommon disease
A Fishing Harpoon in the Heart
A known diagnosis of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy may yet surprise you
A left atrial mass resulting in severe mitral valve obstruction in a patient with left cervical lymphadenopathy
A multi-modality imaging approach for the evaluation of a rare cause of constrictive pericarditis
A Multimodality approach in the diagnosis of Platypnea-Orthodeoxia syndrome
A Restrictive Mass
Acute myocardial ischemia caused by intermittent obstruction of the right coronary artery by an aortic fibroelastoma
Advances in Computed Tomography – How new developments will affect Computed Tomography imaging in the future
Advances in the management of aortic stenosis
An unusual substrate for outflow tract ventricular tachycardia identified by cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging
Anomalous origin of the left coronary artery from the pulmonary artery presenting with sudden cardiac arrest in a 33-year-old
Artificial intelligence and machine learning in practice
Autoimmune myocarditis during pregnancy-A rare cause of heart failure
Best of Cardiovascular Imaging in COVID -19 era
Best of EACVI recommendations papers of the year
Cardiac Amyloidosis using Imaging to Improve Recognition and Diagnosis
Cardiac amyloidosis-A ticky diagnosis to make
Cardiac involvement in systemic disorders
Cardiac mass in an immunocompromised subject
Cardiogenic shock due to ischemic posterior papillary muscle rupture the pivotal role of transoesophageal echocardiography from diagnosis to treatment
Closing session
Controversies in Computed Tomography
CT characterisation of a left main coronary artery lesion.A case report of 29 year old with ST elevation and myocardial infarction
Electrical storm in Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy-the role of cardiac magnetic resonance in risk stratification of sudden cardiac death
Elevating The Standard of Transcatheter Therapy for Mitral Regurgitation-Abbott
Enhanced Echocardiography During the COVID-19 Pandemic clinical practice, patient management and technical optimization
Evolving Treatment Paradigm in Patients with Tricuspid Regurgitation-Abbott
Extensive myocardial infiltration with amyloidosis in the absence of hyperenhancement on conventional magnitude late gadolinium enhancement cardiovascular imaging
Focused cardiac ultrasound (FoCUS) in the acute settings
Future CMR guided management of congenital heart disease
Heart Failure Following Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement-Is It the Time to Consider Paravalvular Leak
How can we make a big step forward in the cath and echo labs
Imaging in atherosclerotic plaque with Computed Tomography
Interventional echocardiography
Late Breaking Trials in Cardiovascular Imaging in 2020
Let’s strain our brain
Limitations of Gated Aortic CT and Hickams Dictum-Aortic dissection associated with incidental Thymic Haemorrhage not seen on Gated CT Aorta
Molecular imaging – The future of nuclear cardiology
MR vs PET imaging in cardiovascular disease debate
Multi Modality Imaging in atrial fibrillation
Multi Modality Imaging in heart failure and cardiomyopathies
Multi-detector CT triple rule-out coronary angiography provides unrivalled value in the assessment of cardiac arrest in patients with low to intermediate probability of coronary artery disease
Multimodality Imaging for Assessing Aortic Stenosis Severity-A Rare Cause for a Routine Diagnosis
Obstructions everywhere-the role of multimodality imaging in a rare cause of aortic and mitral stenosis
Percutaneous Device Closure of a Large Complex Aortic Root Pseudoaneurysm
Perfusion imaging – State of the art
Pericardial Cyst A Rare Finding in a Female Confirmed By Multimodality Imaging
Progressive dyspnea and signs of bioprosthetic valve disfunction never forget to promptly look for an acute cause
Quantification in Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance (CMR) the virtual biopsy
Role of Multi Modality Imaging in the post ISCHEMIA trial anatomy vs function
Single ventricle circulation as assessed by multi-detector computed tomography
Subacute left ventricular rupture following recent acute myocardial infarction
The best of publications on Cardiovascular Imaging in 2020
The case of a 44 year-old survivor of unrepaired tetralogy of Fallot, right aortic arch and abdominal aortopulmonary collateral vessels
The research in imaging in the world – Award Winning Science from ASE and JSE
Two sides of the same coin-a case report
Using the latest innovations in Cardiac Imaging to solve the challenges of your clinical practice
Valves role of Multi Modality Imaging
Vorticity and circulation new advances in 4D-flow MRI
Young Investigator Award session – Basic Science
Young Investigator Award session – Clinical Science









