NIH MeSH · D000097562Disciplines and Occupations
Cardio-Oncology
Also known asCardio-Oncologies · Cardio Oncology · Cardiooncology · Cardiooncologies · Cardiovascular Oncology · Cardiovascular Oncologies · Oncology, Cardiovascular
Definition
The study, diagnosis, and treatment of CARDIOTOXICITY in patients who undergo treatment for cancer.
MeSH classification
- H02.403.429.163.650
- H02.403.429.515.125
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Common questions about Cardio-Oncology
What does Cardio-Oncology mean in medicine?
The study, diagnosis, and treatment of CARDIOTOXICITY in patients who undergo treatment for cancer. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Cardio-Oncology known by any other names?
Yes. Cardio-Oncology is also referred to as Cardio-Oncologies, Cardio Oncology, Cardiooncology, Cardiooncologies in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Cardio-Oncology sit in the medical classification?
Cardio-Oncology falls under the broader medical category "Disciplines and Occupations" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: H02.403.429.163.650, H02.403.429.515.125). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D000097562) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗