Performance of the pooled cohort equations in cancer survivors: the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities study

ConclusionsThe PCEs overestimated ASCVD risk in all participants. The performance of the PCEs was similar in cancer survivors and cancer-free participants.Implications for Cancer SurvivorsOur findings suggest that ASCVD risk prediction tools tailored to survivors of adult cancers may not be needed.
Source: Journal of Cancer Survivorship - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research