Cardiovascular Recovery in Anthracycline Cardiotoxicity

Guest: Joerg Herrmann, M.D.
Host: Malcolm R. Bell, M.D.
Joining us today to discuss cardiovascular recovery in anthracycline cardiotoxicity is Joerg Herrmann, M.D., professor of medicine and director of the cardio-oncology clinic at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Herrmann is a leading expert in cardio-oncology issues, so tune in to learn more about cardiovascular recovery in anthracycline cardiotoxicity.
Specific topics discussed:
• What is the role of these drugs in the current era and what are their side effects?
• Are there certain strategies to mitigate the risk of cardiotoxicity?
• How do you treat patients who do develop cardiotoxicity?
• Is any long-term follow-up needed?
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