Abstract Submission

ABSTRACT

Abstract acceptance will be notified via email by 3 October 2025, including the assigned panel number for poster display (Poster ID).

The date and time of presentation will be informed later.

Submit your abstract via the Online Abstract Submission portal in Word format.
Selected abstracts will be considered for publication in the British Medical Journal (BMJ): Open Heart Journal.
The Best Poster Presentation award applies to original studies only.
Please read the submission guidelines carefully. Use the APCU 2025 Abstract Template (Word format), available via the link [HERE] or in the form field.
Before submission, please ensure that you have ticked the box:
“I have read and agree to the abstract submission disclaimer and terms and conditions above.”

Criteria for Abstract Submission:

For notification purposes, please email the Secretariat at secretariatcardiousm@gmail.com.
The abstract must be written in English.
All abstracts must be submitted online via our website in Microsoft Word format, using the APCU 2025 Abstract Template.
Submissions via email, fax, or post will not be accepted.
The submission deadline is Friday, 29 August 2025, at 11:59 PM (Malaysia Time).
Late submissions will not be entertained.

Formatting Instructions:

Title: Capitalize the first letter of each word, except for prepositions (e.g., and, for, of).
Author and Co-authors:
- The first listed name is considered the presenting author.
- If there is more than one author, match each author to their respective institution using superscript numbers.
- Write the first and middle names in full, and use initials for the surname.
Affiliations: Include the department and institution/hospital/organization only.
Do not include the full address.
Layout: The abstract must be written in a single paragraph containing no more than 350 words.
Tables, figures, or graphs are not allowed.

Language Editing Requirement:

Evidence of professional English editing must be submitted.
If the abstract/poster has been reviewed by a certified English language expert, a testimonial or certificate of review must be attached.

Example of acceptable certificate format:

Size: Posters must be printed in the following dimensions:
0.9 meters (W) × 1.5 meters (H)
Top Right Corner Requirements:
Please ensure the abstract title, presenter’s name, co-authors’ names, and institution(s) are clearly printed on the top right-hand side of the poster.
No need to bring scissors or tape—display tools will be provided.

Approval & Registration Requirement
- All submitted abstracts are subject to review and approval by the Scientific Committee.
- Abstracts will only be accepted upon full paid registration of the presenting author as an attendee of the 16th APCU@USM 2025.
Originality
- Abstracts that have been previously presented—either orally or as posters—at national or international meetings will not be accepted.
Publication Opportunity
- Accepted abstracts will be considered for publication in the BMJ: Open Heart Journal.
- Please note: Incomplete submissions will not be considered.
Notification of Acceptance
- Authors will receive notification of acceptance or rejection via email by 3rd October 2025.
- The email will include details on presentation time, date, and venue.
Congress Registration
- Presenting authors must complete registration before 17th October 2025 to confirm their presentation slot.
Language Editing Requirement
- Evidence of paid or certified free English language editing must be submitted.
- If the abstract or poster has been reviewed by an English language expert, their testimonial or certificate must be attached.
- Failure to provide proof of language editing will result in disqualification from BMJ: Open Heart Journal publication.
Ethical Approval
- All original studies must be accompanied by proof of ethical approval.
Correspondence
- For all communications and queries, please email: secretariatcardiousm@gmail.com.