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A Step Forward: Vessel Plus Joins the Ranks with First Impact Factor

Vessel Plus has received its first official Impact Factor of 0.7, as announced in the 2025 Journal Citation Reports (JCR) by Clarivate on June 18, 2025. The journal is ranked 200th out of 230 journals in the Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems category and is classified in Q4.

Exclusive Interview with the Leading Journal Editor: Editor-in-Chief of JACC Prof. Harlan Krumholz - Transforming Cardiovascular Care: Data, Equity, and Global Innovation

As Editor-in-Chief of JACC, Prof. Krumholz champions research with genuine clinical and societal impact. He promotes inclusivity, innovation, open science, and data ethics, and calls for transparent, accountable systems that empower patients and foster equitable progress in cardiovascular medicine.

Exclusive Interview with Prof. Christopher M. Kramer: President of the American College of Cardiology (ACC)

In the interview, Prof. Kramer shared timely perspectives on artificial intelligence (AI), international collaboration, and strategies for addressing global challenges in cardiovascular care.

Special Interview with Prof. Thomas R. Porter: A Leading Authority in Cardiovascular Ultrasound

Prof. Porter's insights underscore a pivotal shift in cardiovascular imaging-one that blends diagnostic precision, therapeutic potential, and global accessibility. As contrast echocardiography continues to evolve, it holds the promise of reshaping cardiovascular care on a global scale.

Call for Applications: Youth Editorial Board Members - Vessel Plus (ESCI & Scopus Indexed)

Vessel Plus is seeking passionate young scholars from around the world to join its Youth Editorial Board for a two-year term.
Application Deadline: June 30, 2025.

Efficacy and safety of a 0/1-h high-sensitivity cardiac troponin I (hs-cTnI) protocol to rule out acute coronary syndrome over a one-year period

Total endovascular aortic arch repair: is it for everyone and where is its evidence?

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Exclusive Interview with Prof. Christopher M. Kramer: President of the American College of Cardiology (ACC)

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The need for precision when describing the aortic root

Robert H. Anderson

, ...Justin T. Tretter

Open Access Commentary DOI: 10.20517/2574-1209.2025.102 16 Oct 2025

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Calcified coronary nodules: pathophysiology, diagnosis, and interventional challenges

Katherine Chiswell, ...Cuneyt Ada

Open Access Review DOI: 10.20517/2574-1209.2025.34 26 Sep 2025

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Artificial intelligence in coronary plaque characterization and risk assessment: from images to impact

Attilio Lauretti

, ...Francesco Versaci

Open Access Commentary DOI: 10.20517/2574-1209.2025.54 18 Sep 2025

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Functional classification of extrasystoles based on hemodynamic features and risk of arterial vascular complications

Olga A. Germanova, ...Giuseppe Galati

Open Access Original Article DOI: 10.20517/2574-1209.2025.29 18 Sep 2025

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Invasive assessment of culprit and non-culprit coronary lesions in patients with acute coronary syndromes

Krzysztof Bryniarski

, ...Ik-Kyung Jang

Open Access Review DOI: 10.20517/2574-1209.2025.17 2 Sep 2025

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Role of inflammation in the progression of diabetic kidney disease

Arunita Chatterjee, ... Sharma Prabhakar

Open Access Review DOI: 10.20517/2574-1209.2024.21 10 Jul 2024

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Current state of endovascular repair of thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms

Diego V. S. Rodrigues

, ... Bernardo C. Mendes

Open Access Review DOI: 10.20517/2574-1209.2023.109 28 Feb 2024

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Applications of artificial intelligence-based models in vulnerable carotid plaque

Riccardo Cau, ... Luca Saba

Open Access Review DOI: 10.20517/2574-1209.2023.78 14 Sep 2023

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Ongoing Special Topics

Aortic Valve Disease and Aortopathies: From Imaging to Therapeutic Strategies

Prof. Felice Gragnano; Prof. Paolo Calabrò

Submission Deadline: 30 Jan 2026

Published articles: 0

Atrial Fibrillation: Diagnosis and Therapeutic Advances

Prof. Tong Liu

Submission Deadline: 31 Dec 2025

Published articles: 0

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Topic: Advances in Vasculitis: from Pathogenesis to Novel Therapeutic Strategies

Topic: The Clinical and Biologic Treatment of Coronary Artery Disease

Topic: Thoracic Aortic Pathologies: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatments

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Congratulations! 32 Editorial Board Members of Vessel Plus Recognized in the "World's Top 2% Scientists 2025" List

Global Experts Share Cutting-Edge Insights on Atrial Fibrillation at Vessel Plus Webinar

A Step Forward: Vessel Plus Joins the Ranks with First Impact Factor

Exclusive Interview with the Leading Journal Editor: Editor-in-Chief of JACC Prof. Harlan Krumholz - Transforming Cardiovascular Care: Data, Equity, and Global Innovation

Exclusive Interview with Prof. Christopher M. Kramer: President of the American College of Cardiology (ACC)

In the interview, Prof. Kramer shared timely perspectives on artificial intelligence (AI), international collaboration, and strategies for addressing global challenges in cardiovascular care.

Special Interview with Prof. Thomas R. Porter: A Leading Authority in Cardiovascular Ultrasound

Call for Applications: Youth Editorial Board Members - Vessel Plus (ESCI & Scopus Indexed)

Vessel Plus is seeking passionate young scholars from around the world to join its Youth Editorial Board for a two-year term.
Application Deadline: June 30, 2025.

Efficacy and safety of a 0/1-h high-sensitivity cardiac troponin I (hs-cTnI) protocol to rule out acute coronary syndrome over a one-year period

Total endovascular aortic arch repair: is it for everyone and where is its evidence?

Academic Talks

Exclusive Interview with Prof. Christopher M. Kramer: President of the American College of Cardiology (ACC)

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Most Cited Papers In Last Two Years

Role of inflammation in the progression of diabetic kidney disease

Arunita Chatterjee, ... Sharma Prabhakar

Open Access | Review | 10 Jul 2024

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Current state of endovascular repair of thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms

Diego V. S. Rodrigues

, ... Bernardo C. Mendes

Open Access | Review | 28 Feb 2024

Views: | Downloads:

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Applications of artificial intelligence-based models in vulnerable carotid plaque

Riccardo Cau, ... Luca Saba

Open Access | Review | 14 Sep 2023

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Ongoing Special Topics

Aortic Valve Disease and Aortopathies: From Imaging to Therapeutic Strategies

Prof. Felice Gragnano; Prof. Paolo Calabrò

Submission Deadline: 30 Jan 2026

Published articles: 0

Atrial Fibrillation: Diagnosis and Therapeutic Advances

Prof. Tong Liu

Submission Deadline: 31 Dec 2025

Published articles: 0

Editorial Board

Coming soon.

News

Congratulations! 32 Editorial Board Members of Vessel Plus Recognized in the "World's Top 2% Scientists 2025" List

Global Experts Share Cutting-Edge Insights on Atrial Fibrillation at Vessel Plus Webinar

Latest Issue

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Volume 9 (2025) in progress

Data

1891

Authors

2857

Reviewers

372

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On Board Editors

2017

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Vessel Plus

Efficacy and safety of a 0/1-h high-sensitivity cardiac troponin I (hs-cTnI) protocol to rule out acute coronary syndrome over a one-year period

Total endovascular aortic arch repair: is it for everyone and where is its evidence?

Exclusive Interview with Prof. Christopher M. Kramer: President of the American College of Cardiology (ACC)

Articles

The need for precision when describing the aortic root

Calcified coronary nodules: pathophysiology, diagnosis, and interventional challenges

Artificial intelligence in coronary plaque characterization and risk assessment: from images to impact

Functional classification of extrasystoles based on hemodynamic features and risk of arterial vascular complications

Invasive assessment of culprit and non-culprit coronary lesions in patients with acute coronary syndromes

Role of inflammation in the progression of diabetic kidney disease

Current state of endovascular repair of thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms

Applications of artificial intelligence-based models in vulnerable carotid plaque

Aortic Valve Disease and Aortopathies: From Imaging to Therapeutic Strategies

Atrial Fibrillation: Diagnosis and Therapeutic Advances

Efficacy and safety of a 0/1-h high-sensitivity cardiac troponin I (hs-cTnI) protocol to rule out acute coronary syndrome over a one-year period

Total endovascular aortic arch repair: is it for everyone and where is its evidence?

Exclusive Interview with Prof. Christopher M. Kramer: President of the American College of Cardiology (ACC)

Aortic Valve Disease and Aortopathies: From Imaging to Therapeutic Strategies

Atrial Fibrillation: Diagnosis and Therapeutic Advances

Congratulations! 32 Editorial Board Members of Vessel Plus Recognized in the "World's Top 2% Scientists 2025" List

Global Experts Share Cutting-Edge Insights on Atrial Fibrillation at Vessel Plus Webinar

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