S. Yusuf, S. Sami, Iyad N. Daher
2011.2.27Cardiology Research and Practice
tlooto Summary
The cardiovascular effects of radiation therapy are discussed and longterm followup is essential, as the cardiac complication may manifest years after completion of radiation Therapy.
Abstract
Cardiovascular diseases and cancer are the two leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Improvement in cancer therapy has led to increasing number of cancer survivors, some of whom may suffer from adverse cardiovascular effects of radiation therapy. Longterm followup is essential, as the cardiac complication may manifest years after completion of radiation therapy. In this paper, we have discussed the cardiovascular effects of radiation therapy.
Citation format
YUSUF, S.; SAMI, S.; DAHER, Iyad N. Radiation-induced heart disease: A clinical update. Cardiology Research and Practice, 2011, 2011.