Comparison of Patients' Phenotypes, Guideline-Directed Recommendations Compliance and Rates of Cardiotoxicity between Caribbean and United States Cardio-oncology Programs.
Pamela Piña SantanaAmparo TaverasAmir KhanJustin CoyleVictor BuenoNishit ShahLuis CuelloSantiago ColladoAnn MauerSorin DanciuCesar J HerreraPublished in: Global heart (2022)
Compared to the US cohort, the Caribbean cohort of cancer patients has similar rates of CV risk factors but a higher likelihood of developing drug-induced LV dysfunction. Programs' compliance with ASCO guidelines was equivalent. While further research is needed to ascertain regional variations of cardiotoxicity, these findings underline the relevance of cardio-oncology services in nations with limited resources and high CV risk.