Long-term health and social function in adult survivors of paediatric astrocytoma: A report from the Childhood Cancer Survivor Study.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ejca.2018.10.016
Abstract: BACKGROUND Although paediatric astrocytoma has an excellent 5-year survival rate, survivors remain at risk for morbidity and late mortality. This study aimed to estimate the risk of late mortality, chronic conditions, poor health status and… read more here.
Keywords: chronic conditions; paediatric astrocytoma; late mortality; study ... See more keywords
An investigation of cultural influences in survivors of paediatric cancer: a systematic review protocol
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-062452
Abstract: Introduction Paediatric cancer affects children and families from diverse backgrounds. However, there is a limited understanding of how diversity/cultural factors play a role, especially in survivorship. This protocol outlines a systematic review on the cultural… read more here.
Keywords: survivors paediatric; review; systematic review; paediatric cancer ... See more keywords
Fitness, body composition and vascular health in adolescent and young adult survivors of paediatric brain cancer and cranial radiotherapy
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DOI: 10.1515/ijamh-2017-0082
Abstract: Abstract Background Survivors of paediatric brain cancer and/or cranial radiotherapy (CRT) are at an increased risk of developing serious comorbidities. Established risk factors for chronic disease include central obesity, endothelial abnormalities and diminished fitness. Objectives… read more here.
Keywords: brain cancer; body composition; survivors paediatric; paediatric brain ... See more keywords