Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging

Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging is a peer-reviewed scientific journal that focuses on research articles, reviews, and editorials in the field of cardiovascular imaging. The journal is part of the Circulation family of journals, which are published by the American Heart Association. It specifically aims to improve the understanding, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cardiovascular diseases by providing a platform for publishing high-quality imaging studies.

Scope and Focus

The journal covers all aspects of cardiovascular imaging, including but not limited to echocardiography, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), nuclear cardiology, and positron emission tomography (PET). It emphasizes the role of imaging in the clinical and experimental investigation of cardiovascular diseases, the development of new imaging techniques, and the potential of imaging in the clinical decision-making process.

Article Types

Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging publishes a variety of article types:

• Original Research Articles: Detailed reports of original research in cardiovascular imaging.
• Review Articles: Comprehensive overviews of current topics in cardiovascular imaging.
• Editorials: Expert opinions on emerging topics and research findings.
• Case Reports: Detailed reports of unique or interesting cases in cardiovascular imaging.

Editorial Board

The journal is overseen by an international editorial board consisting of experts in cardiovascular imaging and related fields. The board is responsible for maintaining the journal's high standards of scientific quality and integrity.

Submission and Peer Review

Submissions to Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging undergo a rigorous peer-review process, ensuring that only high-quality research is published. The review process is designed to be fair, unbiased, and timely, providing authors with constructive feedback to improve their work.

Impact

Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging is highly regarded in the field of cardiovascular medicine. It is known for its high impact factor, which is a measure of the frequency with which the journal's articles are cited in other scientific literature. The journal's publications contribute significantly to the advancement of knowledge in cardiovascular imaging and its application in clinical practice.

Access

The journal offers various access options, including subscription-based access, individual article purchase, and open access for selected articles. This ensures that researchers, clinicians, and the general public can access important findings in the field of cardiovascular imaging.