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Cardiotoxicity & Blood Pressure Effects

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Drug-Induced Cardiotoxicity & Blood Pressure Effects

Cardiotoxicity of Cytotoxic Drugs (PubMed)
Abstract of a study (published in Cancer Treat Res April 2006) that addresses cardiotoxicity, a well-known side effect of some cytotoxic drugs that can lead to long-term morbidity. Discusses specific drugs known to cause cardiotoxicity and possible ways to protect the heart and lower the incidence of cardiotoxicity. [4/04]

Drug-Induced Cardiotoxicity - Recent MEDLINE Abstracts

Hypertension (ManageCRC.com)
Hypertension (high blood pressure) is one of the most common side effects of antiangiogenic therapy, including bevacizumab (Avastin). This educational article, aimed at oncology nurses, provides background, assessment guidelines and treatment options. [9/06]





Radiation-Induced Cardiotoxicity

Radiation-Induced Cardiotoxicity - Recent MEDLINE Abstracts




 

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