Purpose of Evaluation
- Early detection of drug-induced cardiotoxicity.
- Assessing heart muscle efficiency before chemotherapy.
- Monitoring radiation effects on heart valves and arteries.
Cardio-Oncology Evaluation in Saudi Arabia | Lahalak Medical Platform
Protect your heart during oncology treatment with specialized assessments. We use advanced imaging to detect early side effects of chemotherapy or radiation, ensuring your cardiac health remains a priority throughout recovery.
Scientific name: Cardio-Oncology Cardiac Function Evaluation
Comprehensive assessment including advanced echocardiography (Strain Imaging) to monitor cardiotoxicity from chemotherapy or radiation. This helps oncologists adjust treatment plans to maintain optimal heart muscle efficiency and patient safety.
Service type
Imaging and Ultrasound
Duration
45-60 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Echocardiography
- Global Longitudinal Strain (GLS) imaging
Medical Service Information
Target Groups
- Patients receiving anthracycline treatments.
- Patients undergoing HER2 inhibitor therapy.
- Patients with a history of chest radiation.
Importance of Regular Monitoring
- Timely adjustment of chemotherapy dosages.
- Initiating preventive heart muscle protection.
- Reducing long-term risks of heart failure.
Conditions & Notices
- Bring current chemotherapy medication list
- Provide previous oncology medical reports
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