SMARTphone Based Cardiovascular Risk Reduction in BREAST Cancer Patients (SMART-BREAST): A Randomised Controlled Trial Protocol

Abstract

Introduction: Breast cancer survivors are at greater risk for cardiovascular-related mortality compared to women without breast cancer. Accordingly, attention to reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease must be a priority in the long-term management of these patients. With the exponential rise in cancer survivors, there is a need for innovative cardio-oncology programs. This paper describes the study design of a randomised controlled trial assessing the effectiveness of a smartphone-based cardiovascular risk reduction program in improving physical activity and cardiovascular health in patients undergoing treatment for breast cancer. Methods and Analysis: The aim of this study is to assess..