Abstract Submission

Scientific Poster & Case Report Competition

Theme: Integrating Science and Skill in Cardiac Excellence

1. Competition Overview
   The competition serves as a platform for clinicians, researchers, and nursing professionals to showcase original research and unique clinical encounters. We seek submissions that not only demonstrate technical "skill" and "science" but also highlight the "compassion" that improves patient outcomes.
   
   
2. Submission Categories
   Participants may submit their work under two distinct tracks:
   Abstract/Original Research Poster: Focused on evidence-based studies, clinical trials, and quality improvement projects in cardiovascular care.
   Clinical Case Report: Focused on unique or challenging patient cases that required innovative problem-solving or exemplary multidisciplinary care.
   
   
3. Topics/Thematic Pillars
   1. The Surgical & Interventional Excellence Pillar
      Focus: Manual mastery, structural repair, and acute procedural success.
      • Cardiovascular Surgery (CABG, Valve Repair, Aortic Surgery, etc.)
      • Interventional Cardiology (PCI, TAVI/TAVR, LAAO)
      • Acute Cardiovascular Care
      • Valve and Rheumatic Heart Disease (Surgical & Transcatheter approaches)
   2. The Diagnostic & Digital Science Pillar
      Focus: Precision imaging and electrical mapping.
      • Nuclear Cardiology and Cardiovascular Imaging
      • Echocardiography
      • Electrophysiology and Pacing
   3. The Specialized & Life-Cycle Pillar
      Focus: Empathy-driven care for specific and vulnerable populations.
      • Pediatric Cardiology and Congenital Heart Disease
      • Women’s Cardiology
      • Heart Failure
      • Pulmonary Hypertension
   4. The Systemic & Preventative Pillar
      Focus: Long-term health and the biology of the vessel.
      1. Hypertension
      2. Atherosclerosis, Thrombosis, Lipidology and Regenerative Therapy
      3. Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation
      4. Vascular Medicine
      5. Multidisciplinary Excellence
         
         
4. Abstract & Case Report Submission Guidelines
   Structure Requirements
   Following the international standard, all submissions must be structured into specific sections to ensure clarity and scientific rigor.
   

   Submission Type	Required Section
   Original Research	Background/Introduction Objectives Methods Results Conclusions
   Clinical Case Report	Background Case Illustration/Description Conclusion

   Formatting Standards
   
   • Language: All submissions must be in English.
   • Word/Character Limit:
     Original Research: Maximum 350–500 words.
     Case Reports: Maximum 350–500 words.
   • Title: Limit to 200–250 characters. Do not use abbreviations in the title.
   • Abbreviations: Limit to a maximum of 5 unique abbreviations. Define them in parentheses upon first use.
   • Images (Tables/Graphs)
     Images/Tables: may include up to two (2) high-resolution images or tables.
     Format: JPEG or PNG only.
     
     
5. Submission Policies
   To maintain the summit’s academic integrity, all submitters must adhere to the following standard protocols:
   • Originality (Embargo Policy): Submitted work must not have been published or presented at any other major national or international meeting prior to the Siloam Cardiac Summit 2026.
   • Blinded Review: To ensure an unbiased evaluation, the body of the abstract must not contain identifying information, such as the names of authors, hospitals, or specific cities.
   • The "One-Presenter" Rule: While an individual may be listed as a co-author on multiple abstracts, they may only serve as the Presenting Author for a maximum of two (2) accepted works.
   • Generic Names Only: For all medical content, use generic pharmacological names instead of proprietary brand names.
   • Intellectual Property: All submitted abstracts become the permanent property of the Siloam Cardiac Summit.
   • Registration & Attendance: There is no fee for abstract submission. Abstract presenters are expected to attend the Summit in person to share their findings. All presenters are required to register for the event and fulfill the applicable registration fees to secure their place in the program. In other words while abstract submission is free, all presenting authors must be registered for the summit to participate.
     
     
6.  Policies on Originality and Prior Publication
   Originality & Plagiarism
   The Siloam Cardiac Summit only accepts original work. By submitting the abstract, authors affirm that the work is their own, produced either individually or as a professional group. Should plagiarism be detected at any stage of the review process, the abstract will be summarily rejected.
   Previously Presented Work
   Abstracts that have been presented at other medical meetings may be submitted only if they have not been previously published in a journal or official proceedings.
   Required Citation: If the abstract was previously presented elsewhere, author must include the name of the previous meeting and the presentation date immediately following the Conclusion section in the abstract body.
   Prior Publication Policy
   General Rule: Abstracts that have been previously published in any peer-reviewed journal or congress supplement will not be accepted.
   Withdrawal Requirement: If the abstract is scheduled for publication in another outlet after our submission deadline but before the Siloam Cardiac Summit publication date (April 25, 2026), the abstract must be withdrawn from our program.
   "Encore" Abstracts
   The Siloam Cardiac Summit does not accept "encore" abstracts (work that has been previously published by our organization or its affiliated partners in past years). If an abstract is found to have been previously published in an official Siloam Cardiac publication or a previous edition of our affiliated cardiovascular journals, the submitter will be notified and the abstract will be rejected to maintain the freshness of our scientific program.
   
   
7. Important Dates:
   Abstract Submission : March 02 - March 16, 2026
   Abstract Acceptance Notification : March 30, 2026
   E-Poster Upload : April 1 - April 10, 2026
   
   
8. For Further Information:
   Contact: 08116706919 (dr Sarah Musthafa) 
   Email: Siti.sarah@siloamhospitals.com