Cardiotoxic

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-001673",
  "term": "Cardiotoxic",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "Describing a substance or agent that exerts a poisonous or damaging effect on the heart, leading to cardiac muscle dysfunction or electrophysiological disturbances. The resulting cardiotoxicity can manifest as arrhythmias, cardiomyopathy, or heart failure. Certain anticancer drugs, such as anthracyclines (for example, doxorubicin), are well-known for their dose-dependent cardiotoxic side effects, which require careful monitoring of cardiac function during treatment.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1185 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/cardiotoxic/"
}