Understanding the biological mechanisms of cancer treatment-induced cardiac toxicity

Eric H Yang; Rachel E Ohman

doi:10.1016/j.ahjo.2022.100177

Understanding the biological mechanisms of cancer treatment-induced cardiac toxicity

Am Heart J Plus. 2022 Jul 13:18:100177. doi: 10.1016/j.ahjo.2022.100177. eCollection 2022 Jun.

Authors

Eric H Yang¹, Rachel E Ohman¹

Affiliation

¹ UCLA Cardio-Oncology Program, Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, United States of America.

Abstract

While many strides have been made in the multidisciplinary science of Cardio-Oncology, gaps in knowledge remain despite these advances to identify optimal strategies of detection and treatment of cancer treatment-associated cardiotoxicity. Many opportunities are available for advocates from all avenues of the field to transform cardio-oncology from a reactionary to a preventative science.

Keywords: Cardio-oncology; Cardiotoxicity; Healthcare disparities.