Researchers from institutions across the U.S. united to discuss the shared risk factors between cancer and heart failure as well as strategies for caring for cardio-oncology patients through multidisciplinary collaboration.
Here are five takeaways from the statement:
- Shared risk factors and incidence data between cancer patients, cardiovascular disease and heart failure are highlighted.
- The authors stressed the importance of providers being familiar with cardio-oncology care, as some cancer immunotherapies and radiation treatments have been shown to affect cardiovascular health.
- The statement presents guidance on risk stratification, monitoring and management of cardiotoxicity for patients with cancer across heart failure stages A through D.
- The authors recommended considering early palliative care for patients with cancer and heart failure to improve quality of life, manage symptoms and mitigate psychological stress.
- Cardio-oncology requires a team-based approach to care, according to the statement, including both care providers and support teams across specialties.
Read the full scientific statement here.
