The risk of death from cardiovascular causes may be higher among patients diagnosed with colorectal cancer compared with the general population, according to new findings presented by Ayaz et al at the American College of Cardiology (ACC) Annual Scientific Session 2025.
Background
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of mortality globally, and many studies have shown that patients with cancer experience an increased risk of cardiovascular-related issues. A previous study, published by Florido et al in JACC, found that cancer survivors had a 37% increased risk of cardiovascular disease. However, there have been few studies exploring the relationship between cardiovascular mortality and colorectal cancer. With colorectal cancer on the rise in the United States, it may be critical to understand the rates of…