What question did this study set out to answer?

To examine the prevalence of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and associated risk factors among cancer patients.

March 24, 2026Open Access

Prevalence of Cardiovascular Disease and Risk Factors Among Cancer Patients

Key Result

Coronary artery disease is the most common cardiovascular disease in hospitalized cancer patients, with men, Black patients, and prostate cancer patients facing a disproportionately higher burden.

Key Points

To examine the prevalence of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and associated risk factors among cancer patients.
Analysis of hospitalized cancer patients
Assessment of cardiovascular disease prevalence
Evaluation of in-hospital mortality rates based on demographics
CAD is the most prevalent CVD among hospitalized cancer patients
Higher burden of CVD observed in men, Black patients, and those with prostate cancer
Non-Whites experienced the highest in-hospital mortality rates

Structured PICO

Population

Hospitalized patients with cancer

Outcome

Prevalence of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and in-hospital mortality

There is a significant burden of cardiovascular disease and racial disparities in in-hospital mortality among hospitalized cancer patients, highlighting the need for targeted cardio-oncology care.

Main Result

Absolute Event Rate: 0% vs 0%

Abstract

CAD is the most common CVD among hospitalized patients with cancer. Men, Black patients, and those with prostate cancer face disproportionately higher burden of CVD; and in-hospital mortality was highest among non-Whites, underscoring the need for proactive, targeted cardiovascular care in oncology.

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