The VBWG Core Curriculum 2002 slide lecture program, Impact of vascular biology in treatment of cardiovascular disease, covers basic science and clinical advances in vascular biology in a spectrum of disorders. The material is presented in four sections:

• Section I: RAS manipulation
• Section II: Lipid Management
• Section III: Neurohormonal strategies in heart failure
• Section IV: Antithrombotic interventions in acute coronary syndromes

The material in this section of the slide lecture program discusses new approaches to the treatment of heart failure with a focus on the following areas:

• Insights into the biology of the failing heart and the implications for treatment
• The cardiovascular impact of neurohormonal treatment strategies
• Expanding the use of b-blockade in diverse populations
• ACC/AHA guidelines outlining strategies for early prevention and slowing progression