How Does Radiation Therapy Influence Cardiovascular Disease?
The report also examines the correlation between radiation therapy and cardiovascular disease. Radiation can cause damage to the heart and blood vessels, leading to conditions such as coronary artery disease, cardiomyopathy, and valvular heart disease. The risk factors include the total dose of radiation, the fractionation schedule, and the specific area of the body that was irradiated. The report emphasizes the importance of monitoring cardiovascular health in cancer survivors who have undergone radiation therapy.
