University of Lynchburg DMSc Doctoral Project Assignment Repository
Specialty
Cardiology/Oncology
Advisor
Dr. Elyse Watkins
Abstract
Doxorubicin, one of the most commonly used anthracycline chemotherapy agents, is known in the oncology field for potential cardiotoxicity. The purpose of this article is to present a case of a breast cancer patient who was treated with an anthracycline chemotherapy agent and presented with newly diagnosed cardiomyopathy. The article will review the workup leading to the diagnosis of anthracycline cardiotoxicity, mechanisms of action, and proposed management.
Recommended Citation
DeJesus N. Cardiotoxicity after Breast Cancer: A Case Study and Review of Anthracycline Cardiomyopathy. University of Lynchburg DMSc Doctoral Project Assignment Repository. 2022; 4(3).
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