New data from the ESC Cardio-Oncology 2026 international survey documents widespread deficiencies in structured cardio-oncology training across healthcare systems worldwide. The findings reveal a stark imbalance: while cardiovascular complications in cancer survivors continue to rise, the availability of formal educational programmes remains limited and inconsistently distributed.
The survey demonstrates that structured training pathways are neither standardised nor universally accessible, creating substantial gaps in clinician preparedness. This infrastructure deficit is particularly concerning given the documented risks of cardiotoxicity, myocarditis, and other cardiovascular complications associated with contemporary oncological therapies. The data indicates that educational capacity has not kept pace with the expanding prevalence of cardio-oncology cases, placing patients at potential risk and highlighting an urgent need for systematic, coordinated curriculum development at the international level.
Read the full article on GMJ Newsroom.
Was this article helpful?
