Definition and Epidemiology Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) is a term used to describe a group of clinical syndromes included with acute myocardial ischemia. Unstable angina (UA), non–ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI), and STEMI are included in this group of syndromes.…
CAD, Coronary artery disease; CCTA, coronary computed tomography; CMR, cardiac magnetic resonance imaging; CV, cardiovascular; EKG, electrocardiogram; Gy, gray; HPI, history of present illness; RIHD, radiation-induced heart disease; RT, radiation therapy; TTE, transthoracic echocardiography. Open full size image KEY POINTS…
Open full size image KEY POINTS Radiation therapy can lead to various forms of cardiovascular disease, including cardiomyopathy, heart failure, coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, pericardial disease, and autonomic dysfunction. Dose sparing is the single most important preventive strategy,…