The Role of Mitochondrial Dysfunction in Radiation-Induced Heart Disease: From Bench to Bedside

Radiation is a key modality in the treatment of many cancers; however, it can also affect normal tissues adjacent to the tumor, leading to toxic effects. Radiation to the thoracic region, such as that received as part of treatment for breast and lung cancer, can result in incidental dose to the hear...

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Main Authors: Katie Livingston, Rachel A. Schlaak, Lindsay L. Puckett, Carmen Bergom
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2020-02-01
Series:Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/article/10.3389/fcvm.2020.00020/full