Yüksel Ürün

Yüksel Ürün: Critical intersections on androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) in prostate cancer treatment and cardiovascular health

Yüksel Ürün shared on Twitter/X:

“Critical intersections between androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) in prostate cancer treatment and cardiovascular health. Key points include:

1.ADT may aggravate common health issues such as hypertension and diabetes.
2.Regular cardiovascular risk assessments and ECG monitoring are recommended for patients on ADT.
3.For those with existing heart conditions, a GnRH antagonist could be beneficial.”

Yüksel Ürün: Critical intersections on androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) in prostate cancer treatment and cardiovascular health

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Yüksel Ürün is a Medical Oncology professor at Ankara University School of Medicine in Turkey. His research focuses on genitourinary cancers, covering epidemiology, diagnosis, biomarkers, meta-analysis, and treatment outcomes. His dedication to patient care and research inspires positive change in the medical field.

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