Have been following the discussions re poss link between glivec and heart problems. I appreciate that heart problems may be unlikely yet it does seem that for some people there may be problems associated with glivec. On the basis of this have any of the main centres responded in terms of basic monitoring of heart function? For example does any centre now routinely check blood pressure or heart rate or something. Apologies if this all sounds rather woolly as I know a reasonable bit about CML now since dx 3 years ago but my knowledge of heart complications is pretty thin (would blood pressure checks even be relevant?). Just wondering what the response has been from other consultants - off to see my consultant on Thurs and was wanting to be informed.
Thanks v much
Annie