Learning objectives

After watching this webinar, participants will be able to: 

• define the pathophysiology underlying the adverse impact of chronic kidney disease on the cardiovascular system – i.e. ‘the kidney-heart connection’;
• distinguish the impact of chronic kidney disease on cardiovascular risk beyond type 2 diabetes;
• recognise potential interventions which may break/reduce the adverse impact of chronic kidney disease on the cardiovascular system;
• explain established/potential roles and the new treatment pathway of non-steroidal MRAs; and 
• appraise the evidence gap, unmet needs, future perspectives.

Needs assessment and expected educational outcome

To enhance understanding of the pathophysiology underlying the adverse impact of chronic kidney disease in CVD and knowledge of associated interventions while improving adherence to ESC Guidelines. 

Main Topic

• Chronic Heart Failure - Clinical - Comorbidities - Chronic Kidney Disease

Related Topic

• Chronic Heart Failure - Clinical - Comorbidities - Diabetes
• Chronic Heart Failure - Treatment - Pharmacotherapy
• Risk Factors and Prevention - Diabetes and the Heart

Session information

This webinar is designed for cardiologists, cardiologists in training, nurses and allied professions involved in the management of patients with CKD and Diabetes, secondary prevention and rehabilitation.

During the webinar, you will be encouraged to send your questions by chat and interact with our key opinion leaders who will provide live feedback.

Technical settings

The webinar is available on PC and tablets. The use of a smartphone is not recommended.

To answer the MCQs during the live, you must allow pop-up windows.

A high-speed Internet connection is required (minimum 2 Mbps).