Impact of treatment-related cardiac toxicity on lymphoma survivors: an institutional approach for risk reduction and management

Clin J Oncol Nurs. 2010 Aug;14(4):505-7. doi: 10.1188/10.CJON.505-507.

Abstract

Despite improvements in treatment and overall survival rates, survivors of lymphoma may have long-term and late effects. Given the immense risk for cardiac disease after treatment for Hodgkin lymphoma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma, healthcare providers should focus on prevention of secondary adverse effects. The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute has been working to develop guidelines to address the cardiotoxicities that impact the lymphoma survivor population.

MeSH terms

  • Antineoplastic Agents / adverse effects*
  • Heart Diseases / etiology
  • Heart Diseases / prevention & control*
  • Humans
  • Lymphoma / complications*
  • Lymphoma / drug therapy
  • Lymphoma / radiotherapy
  • Practice Guidelines as Topic
  • Radiotherapy / adverse effects*
  • Risk Factors

Substances

  • Antineoplastic Agents