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S Shanmugasundaram1, R Bharathithasan, S Elangovan

  • 1Department of Cardiology, Stanley Medical College, Chennai. samadja@hotmail.com

Indian Heart Journal
|May 10, 2002
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5-fluorouracil, a chemotherapy drug, can cause heart problems (cardiotoxicity) that are often overlooked. This case report highlights the importance of recognizing this serious side effect in patients undergoing cancer treatment.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Oncology
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Antineoplastic agents are known to cause cardiotoxicity.
  • Common chemotherapy drugs like doxorubicin and cisplatin have established cardiac risks.
  • The cardiotoxic potential of 5-fluorouracil remains underrecognized in clinical practice.

Observation:

  • A patient developed cardiotoxicity during treatment with 5-fluorouracil.
  • The clinical presentation was consistent with a cardiotoxicity syndrome.
  • This syndrome was directly linked to the administration of 5-fluorouracil.

Findings:

  • 5-fluorouracil can induce cardiotoxicity, presenting as a distinct syndrome.
  • This cardiotoxicity may be a significant but often missed adverse effect of 5-fluorouracil therapy.

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  • Early recognition and diagnosis are crucial for managing 5-fluorouracil-induced cardiotoxicity.

    • Implications:

    • Cardiologists and oncologists should be aware of 5-fluorouracil-induced cardiotoxicity.
    • Increased recognition may lead to earlier diagnosis and intervention, improving patient outcomes.
    • Further research is warranted to elucidate the mechanisms and prevalence of 5-fluorouracil cardiotoxicity.