New Advances in Cardio-Oncology: Mechanisms, Biomarkers, and Therapeutic Strategies
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Oncology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2026 | Viewed by 10
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Cardio-oncology is an evolving multidisciplinary field that explores the complex interplay between cancer therapies and cardiovascular health. With the advent of more effective oncologic treatments, long-term survival among cancer patients has improved significantly. However, this success has been accompanied by a growing recognition of cardiovascular complications as a major cause of morbidity and mortality in cancer survivors. This special issue brings together cutting-edge original research, clinical studies, and expert reviews that delve into the pathophysiological mechanisms underlying cardiotoxicity associated with chemotherapy, targeted therapies, immune checkpoint inhibitors, and radiation therapy. In addition, the issue addresses emerging strategies for early detection, risk stratification, cardioprotection, and long-term management of cardiovascular side effects in oncologic populations. Special attention is given to novel biomarkers, imaging techniques, and integrated care models that promote collaboration between cardiologists, oncologists, and translational scientists. We invite researchers to contribute original articles and reviews to a special issue focusing on Molecular Research in Cardio-Oncology. This interdisciplinary field explores the molecular mechanisms linking cardiovascular disease and cancer, including shared pathways, cardiotoxic effects of anticancer therapies, and novel biomarkers for early detection and personalized treatment.. This special issue underscores the urgency and promise of cardio-oncology as an essential component of comprehensive cancer care.
Dr. Valentina Citi
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- cardio-oncology
- cardiotoxicity
- cancer therapies
- cardiovascular complications
- risk stratification
- biomarkers
- precision medicine
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