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69th scientific sessions of the American Heart Association
A H Danser1, A MaassenVanDenBrink, C A van Kesteren
1Department of Pharmacology, Erasmus University, Dr. Molewaterplein 50, 3015 GE Rotterdam, The Netherlands.
Expert Opinion on Investigational Drugs
|January 1, 1997
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The American Heart Association
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Science
- Clinical Cardiology
- Biomedical Research
Background:
- The American Heart Association (AHA) Scientific Sessions is a premier global event for cardiovascular professionals.
- Abstracts submitted undergo a rigorous selection process to ensure high-quality scientific content.
- The 69th Scientific Sessions showcased cutting-edge research in cardiovascular disease.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a summary of the abstracts selected for the 69th AHA Scientific Sessions.
- To highlight the breadth and depth of research presented at the conference.
- To provide a reference for the published abstracts in Circulation.
Main Methods:
- Over 12,000 abstracts were submitted for consideration.
- A selection committee reviewed and curated submissions.
- 4,359 abstracts were accepted for presentation.
Main Results:
- A total of 4,359 abstracts were selected from over 12,000 submissions.
- These selected abstracts represent significant advancements in cardiovascular science.
- The abstracts are published in a supplement to Circulation (Vol. 94, No. 8).
Conclusions:
- The 69th AHA Scientific Sessions featured a substantial body of high-impact cardiovascular research.
- The published abstracts serve as a valuable resource for the scientific community.
- The selection process ensures the presentation of leading-edge cardiovascular science.
Abstract:
Out of more than 12,000 abstract submissions, 4359 were selected for presentation at the 69th Scientific Sessions of the American Heart Association, held in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA. The abstracts have been published in a supplement to Circulation (Volume 94, Number 8).
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