Rationale: The number of breast cancer (BC) patients at risk for long-term radiation-induced health problems is increasing, as their outcome is improving due to intensified treatment regimens, such as new systemic approaches and radiotherapy. Therefore, identifying BC survivors with the highest risk for radiation-induced health problems is crucial for developing strategies for primary and secondary prevention, which may contribute to healthy ageing.
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Number of participants with cardiovascular events in relation with the received heart radiation dose
Timeframe: At time of data collection: minimum at 7 years and maximum at 10 years after completion of radiation therapy
Number of participants with secondary malignancies in relation with the received radiation dose
Timeframe: At time of data collection: minimum at 7 years and maximum at 10 years after completion of radiation therapy
Number of participants with radiation pneumonitis in relation with the received lung radiation dose
Timeframe: At time of data collection: minimum at 7 years and maximum at 10 years after completion of radiation therapy
Number of participants with hypothyroidism in relation with the received radiation dose
Timeframe: At time of data collection: minimum at 7 years and maximum at 10 years after completion of radiation therapy