Fluorouracil induces myocardial ischemia with increases of plasma brain natriuretic peptide and lactic acid but without dysfunction of left ventricle

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Fluorouracil (FU) is a cornerstone of colorectal cancer treatment; however, it has clinical and subclinical influence on the heart. This study aimed to clarify the pathophysiology, risk factors, and long-term effects of FU cardiotoxicity.
OriginalsprogEngelsk
TidsskriftJournal of Clinical Oncology
Vol/bind28
Udgave nummer36
Sider (fra-til)5280-6
Antal sider7
ISSN0732-183X
DOI
StatusUdgivet - 20 dec. 2010

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