What are the considerations for using leuprolide in patients with pre-existing cardiovascular disease, and how does it influence cardiovascular risk factors during treatment?
Gaurav ChauhanContributor
What are the considerations for using leuprolide in patients with cardiovascular disease?
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Leuprolide can exacerbate pre-existing cardiovascular conditions by increasing the risk of stroke and myocardial infarction. Monitor patients closely during treatment.
Leuprolide may exacerbate risk factors like hypertension and increased lipids in patients with cardiovascular disease, necessitating close monitoring during treatment.