Provides algorithms essential for the use of imaging, and biomarkers for the screening and monitoring of patients
Written by world-leading experts in the field of cardiotoxicity
Includes high-quality images, case studies, and test questions
Describes the most effective diagnostic and imaging tools to evaluate and predict the development of cardiac dysfunction for those patients undergoing cancer treatment
List of Contributors
Foreword
Preface
Preamble
How Big Is the Problem? The Oncologist’s View
How Big Is the Problem? The Cardiologists’ View
Section I: General Considerations
Chapter 1. Epidemiology and Trend of Prognosis in Cancer Patients
Abstract
References
Chapter 2. Categories of Anticancer Treatments
Abstract
Further Reading
Chapter 3. Classification by Mechanisms of Cardiotoxicity
Abstract
Introduction
Type I Cardiotoxicity
Type II Cardiotoxicity
Cardiotoxicity Induced By TKI, VEGF Inhibitors
Cardiotoxicity Induced by Other Chemotherapy Drugs
References
Chapter 4. Cardiotoxicity of Oncologic Treatments: Is There a Uniform Definition?
Abstract
References
Chapter 5. The Impact of Radiotherapy
Abstract
Mechanisms of Toxicity
Factors Modulating Radiosensitivity
References
Section II: Detrimental Effects of Anticancer Drugs and Radiotherapy on the Heart
Chapter 6. Lessons From Preclinical Models
Abstract
References
Chapter 7. Genetic and Epigenetic Risk Factors
Abstract
Anthracyclines
Trastuzumab
Radiotherapy
References
Chapter 8. Changes of Myocardial Structure and Function
Abstract
Introduction
Anthracyclines
Clinical Aspects
Target Therapy
ErbB2 Inhibitors
Monoclonal Antibodies
Proteasome Inhibitors
Angiogenesis Inhibitors
Clinical Aspects
Other Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors
Radiation-Induced Cardiomyopathy
Conclusions
References
Chapter 9. Alteration of Heart Valves
Abstract
Introduction
Pathology of Radiation-Induced Valvular Disease
Risk Factors and Clinical Manifestations
Monitoring, Diagnosis, and Management of RIVD
Conclusions
References
Chapter 10. Pericardial Damage
Abstract
References
Chapter 11. Effects of Radiotherapy on Vessels and Coronary Arteries
Abstract
Pathophysiology and Histopathology
Coronary Artery Disease
References
Chapter 12. Cardiac Conduction Disturbances
Abstract
Physiopathologic Mechanisms
Clinical Manifestations
References
Section III: Cardiovascular Complications of Cancer Treatments
Chapter 13. Cardiac Rhythm Disturbances
Abstract
Introduction
Rhythm Disturbances Associated With Neoplasms
Rhythm Disturbances Secondary to Cancer Therapeutics
Rhythm Disturbances Secondary to Radiotherapy
QT Prolongation in the Cancer Patient
Interaction Between Supportive Therapy and Antiarrhythmic Medication