The British Journal of Heart Diseases is an international, peer-reviewed open-access journal dedicated to publishing high-quality research and scholarly articles in the field of cardiovascular medicine. The journal serves as a platform for researchers, clinicians, and healthcare professionals to share scientific advancements related to heart diseases, cardiovascular health, and clinical cardiology. The journal focuses on promoting the exchange of knowledge that improves the understanding, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cardiovascular disorders worldwide.

The journal publishes a variety of article types including original research articles, review articles, mini-reviews, case reports, clinical studies, and short communications, contributing to the advancement of cardiovascular science and patient care.

Scope of the Journal

The British Journal of Heart Diseases welcomes submissions covering all areas of cardiovascular medicine and related disciplines. The journal aims to publish research that advances scientific knowledge and improves clinical practice in cardiology.

Areas of interest include, but are not limited to:

  • General cardiovascular medicine

  • Coronary artery disease and ischemic heart disease

  • Heart failure and cardiomyopathies

  • Cardiac electrophysiology and arrhythmias

  • Interventional cardiology

  • Cardiac surgery and cardiothoracic procedures

  • Preventive cardiology and cardiovascular risk factors

  • Hypertension and vascular diseases

  • Congenital heart diseases

  • Cardiovascular imaging and diagnostic techniques

  • Pediatric cardiology

  • Structural heart diseases

  • Molecular and translational cardiology

  • Clinical trials and cardiovascular therapeutics

Through the publication of innovative research and comprehensive reviews, the journal aims to support the global cardiovascular research community and contribute to improved cardiovascular healthcare.