Theme: Advancing Thoracic, Cardiac, and Vascular Surgery in Indonesia: Innovation, standardization, and Equity
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.
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.
Topics / Thematic Pillars
The Adult Cardiac Surgery Pillar Focus: Advanced surgical management, structural repairs, and myocardial revascularization in adult populations.
Valvular Heart Disease – Repair, replacement, and transcatheter structural interventions
Aortic Surgery – Aortic root, ascending/arch surgery, and complex dissections
Heart Failure Surgery – Mechanical Circulatory Support (LVAD/ECMO) and Heart Transplantation
Arrhythmia Surgery and Myocardial Protection
The Pediatric & Congenital Heart Pillar Focus: Lifelong, specialized surgical and interventional care for congenital cardiac anomalies from neonates to adults.
Neonatal and Infant Cardiac Surgery
Complex Congenital Heart Defects (e.g., TOF, TGA, Single Ventricle pathways)
Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) – Surgical and percutaneous management
Congenital Valvular Interventions and Reoperations
Pediatric Perfusion and Postoperative Intensive Care
The Vascular & Endovascular Intervention Pillar Focus: Comprehensive open surgical, endovascular, and hybrid management of peripheral and central vascular diseases.
Aortic Endovascular Therapies (EVAR, TEVAR, F-EVAR) and Hybrid Procedures
Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) – Surgical bypass and endovascular revascularization
Venous and Lymphatic Disorders – Deep vein thrombosis, varicose veins, and chronic venous insufficiency
Carotid Artery Surgery and Stroke Prevention
Vascular Access for Hemodialysis and Trauma Management
The Thoracic & Non-Cardiac Surgery Pillar Focus: Surgical oncology, airway management, and minimally invasive interventions of the chest wall and thoracic cavity.
Thoracic Oncology – Lung, esophageal, and mediastinal tumors
Video-Assisted and Robotic Thoracic Surgery (VATS / RATS)
Chest Wall Deformities, Trauma, and Reconstruction
Pleural and Airway Diseases (including tracheal surgery and bronchoscopic interventions)
Diagnostic and Interventional Pulmonology
The General Science & Innovation Pillar Focus: The translational, digital, and academic foundations driving future clinical and surgical outcomes.
Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery Research: Applied clinical research, surgical anatomy, novel surgical techniques, and long-term registry outcomes.
Basic and Translational Science: Biomaterials, tissue engineering, myocardial protection biology, and vascular genetics.
Perioperative Medicine & Critical Care: Anesthesia protocols, intensive care management, and post-thoracotomy/post-bypass recovery outcomes.
Digital Health & Education: Artificial Intelligence, big data in cardiothoracic surgery, 3D printing, and surgical training/simulation initiatives.
Epidemiology & Quality Improvement: Healthcare economics, patient safety protocols, and surgical epidemiology in developing regions.
Case Reports / Small Series: Exceptional clinical presentations or innovative solutions of high educational value
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.
Background Case Illustration/Description Conclusion
Formatting Standards
Language: All submissions must be in English.
Word/Character Limit: Original Research: Maximum 300 words. Case Reports: Maximum 300 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
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 PIT HBTKVI 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 HBTKVI.
Registration & Attendance: There is no fee for abstract submission. Abstract presenters are expected to attend the Scientific Meeting 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.
Policies on Originality and Prior Publication Originality & Plagiarism HBTKVI 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 HBTKVI publication date (July 1, 2026), the abstract must be withdrawn from our program. "Encore" Abstracts The HBTKVI 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 HBTKVI 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.
Important Dates: Abstract Submission : May 18th - July 1st, 2026 Abstract Acceptance Notification : July 10th, 2026 E-Poster Upload : July 11th - 30th, 2026