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Can Chemo and Other Cancer Treatments Cause Heart Problems?

A collaboration between ASCO and the American Cancer Society confirms that the answer is YES. Treatments like anthracyclines, chest radiation, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy can place significant stress on the heart, increasing the risk of long-term issues such as high blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, or even heart failure.