Comprehensive CT scans may help identify atherosclerosis among lung cancer patients

Several cardiovascular risk factors, such as advanced age and smoking history, are prevalent among lung cancer patients at the time of the diagnosis and increase their risk of future heart disease, according to a new study being presented at ACC’s Advancing the Cardiovascular Care of the Oncology Patient course. Comprehensive assessments are needed in this vulnerable group to improve survival outcomes and quality of care for cancer patients.

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