Current concepts of anthracycline cardiotoxicity: Pathogenesis, diagnosis and prevention
Document Type
Journal Article
Publication Date
3-1-2009
Journal
British Journal of Cardiology
Volume
16
Issue
2
Keywords
Anthracycline; Cardiotoxicity; Chemotherapy; Congestive heart failure
Abstract
Anthracyclines are commonly used antineoplastic drugs. However, their clinical utility is tempered by a dose-dependent risk of cardiotoxicity and congestive heart failure. Current preventive measures focus on dose reduction, use of less cardiotoxic anthracycline analogues and prophylactic use of dexrazoxane. Recent research has focused on early monitoring and risk stratification to identify patients that are 'at risk' for cardiotoxicity, using biochemical markers and the prophylactic use of novel cardioprotectants. This article reviews the clinical course, pathogenesis, cardiac monitoring and new concepts in diagnosing and preventing anthracycline cardiotoxicity.
APA Citation
Pfeffer, B., Tziros, C., & Katz, R. (2009). Current concepts of anthracycline cardiotoxicity: Pathogenesis, diagnosis and prevention. British Journal of Cardiology, 16 (2). Retrieved from https://hsrc.himmelfarb.gwu.edu/smhs_medicine_facpubs/4192