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Advancing Cardio-Oncology in Asia.
Choon Ta Ng1,2, Li Ling Tan3,4, Il Suk Sohn5
1Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Mayo Clinic Rochester, Rochester, MN, USA.
Korean Circulation Journal
|February 15, 2023
Summary
Cardio-oncology addresses cancer treatment's heart risks. This review highlights the growing need for cardio-oncology in Asia due to rising cancer and heart disease, emphasizing tailored initiatives.
Area of Science:
- Cardio-oncology
- Cardiovascular disease in oncology
- Multidisciplinary care
Background:
- Cancer and cardiovascular diseases are rising in Asia.
- There's a growing need for cardio-oncology awareness and initiatives in the region.
- Asia's diversity presents unique challenges and opportunities for cardio-oncology.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the burden of cancer and cardiovascular disease in Asia.
- To describe the challenges in establishing cardio-oncology in Asia.
- To outline strategies for advancing cardio-oncology in Asia.
Main Methods:
- State-of-the-art literature review.
- Analysis of cancer and cardiovascular disease burden in Asia.
- Discussion of socio-economic, ethnic, and training challenges.
Main Results:
- Significant burden of cancer and cardiovascular disease in diverse Asian populations.
- Unique challenges including socio-economic disparities and limited training exist.
- Opportunities for tailored, country-specific cardio-oncology programs are identified.
Conclusions:
- Advancing cardio-oncology in Asia requires addressing specific regional challenges.
- Developing country-specific initiatives and increasing physician awareness are crucial.
- Collaborative efforts are needed to mitigate cardiovascular toxicities in Asian cancer patients.
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