The Canadian Journal of Cardiology is the official journal of the Canadian Cardiovascular Society, which appoints the editors and Editorial Board members. The aim of the Journal is to be a respected international publication while serving as the major venue for Canadian cardiovascular medicine. The journal publishes original reports of clinical and basic research relevant to cardiovascular medicine as well as editorials, review articles and informative case reports. The Journal welcomes papers on health outcomes, policy research, ethics, medical history and political issues affecting practice, as well as letters to the editor.