Bjørn Bendz

Bjørn Bendz is a Professor II at the Clinic for Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Diseases, Oslo University Hospital, and affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Oslo. His role combines clinical cardiology with active research in acute coronary syndromes, interventional cardiology, and outcomes in elderly patients.

Research Interests: His work focuses on invasive vs. conservative management strategies in elderly patients with acute coronary syndromes, percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), cardiac imaging (including speckle tracking and strain analysis), inflammatory pathways in myocardial infarction (especially IL-6 inhibition), and rehabilitation post-PCI. He also investigates high-intensity interval training in heart transplant recipients and patient experiences in cardiac care.

Publication Trends: His recent articles (2022–2024) show a strong emphasis on clinical trials, meta-analyses, and multicenter studies, particularly in geriatric cardiology and interventional outcomes. Key themes include the After Eighty trial, TAVI outcomes, IL-6 receptor inhibition (e.g., tocilizumab), and patient-centered outcomes such as medication adherence and quality of life.

Scientific Contributions: He has contributed to major studies published in European Heart Journal, Lancet, JACC, and BMJ Open. His role often involves analyzing long-term outcomes, patient stratification, and inflammatory biomarkers in cardiovascular disease.

Grants and Advising: While specific grants are not listed, his involvement in large multicenter trials (e.g., After Eighty, HITTS, ACASA-TAVI) suggests leadership in collaborative research. Though no direct students are named, his frequent co-authorship with junior researchers indicates mentorship and advising roles.

Labs and Teams: He collaborates extensively with research groups at Oslo University Hospital, particularly in cardiology and imaging. He is part of teams investigating inflammatory mechanisms in MI, cardiac rehabilitation, and interventional outcomes, often working with experts in echocardiography, immunology, and geriatrics.