Abstract | Background:
Cardiovascular disease and cancer remain the most prevalent conditions worldwide. The relationship between the two is becoming increasingly recognized, with both sharing similar risk factors. Currently, there are no guidelines or substantial data for the management of this subset of patients. This case presents the management of a patient with advanced malignancy and ischaemic cardiomyopathy, exploring the difficult decision making process for revascularization, ensuring an individualized approach is used for each patient. Case summary: Discussion: This case reflects that the management of patients with cancer and coronary artery disease is complex. Many factors including patient comorbidities adversely impact on prognosis, and treatment goals need to be clearly defined. The evidence in the area is lacking but continues to grow; however, the care for such patients needs to be individualized.
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Authors | Mahnoor Mian, David Taylor, Sidney Lo, Melissa Leung |
Journal | European heart journal. Case reports
(Eur Heart J Case Rep)
Vol. 6
Issue 4
Pg. ytac139
(Apr 2022)
ISSN: 2514-2119 [Electronic] England |
PMID | 35497386
(Publication Type: Case Reports)
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Copyright | © The Author(s) 2022. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of European Society of Cardiology. |