Hypertension and Cancer by Maria Laura Canale (interviewed during the February 2020 Cardio-Oncology Symposium in Naples)
Content: Maria Laura Canale (Cardiologist) – Footage and Adaptation: Rita Zilich
TOPICS COVERED IN THIS VIDEO TUTORIAL
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There is a relationship between hypertension and cancer. Approximately 1/3 of cancer patients have hypertension.
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Why is it important to treat the cancer patient who is also hypertensive.
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The problem must be managed from compliance to hypertension by the cancer patient.
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Pharmacological interactions must be kept in the forefront.
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Collaboration between doctors and caregivers is essential.
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Patients must be made to feel empowered and the approach to treatement must be tailored to the patient.
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