"Cardiovascular imaging has become a key component in clinical cardiology. Over the past decades, we have witnessed a revolution in terms of imaging equipment and software packages: cardiovascular imaging is nowadays fully integrated in patient care. Cardiovascular imaging therefore has been selected as the theme for the ESC Congress 2008. A comprehensive update, together with the most recent developments in imaging will be provided, with a focus not only on technical innovations, but also on implementation in clinical practice. This information will be presented in an attractive programme including state of the art lectures, symposia, and didactic read and meet with the expert sessions."