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Where should adolescents with ALL be treated?

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  • 1Department of Paediatric Haematology and Oncology, IRCCS G Gaslini, Genoa, Italy. giorgiodini@ospedale-gaslini.ge.it

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Area of Science:

  • Hematology
  • Oncology
  • Adolescent Medicine

Background:

  • Adolescents with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) are treated by both pediatric and adult teams, often under different protocols.
  • Outcomes for adolescents with ALL are poorer than for children but better than for adults, suggesting age-specific factors influence treatment response.
  • Differences in treatment protocols, supportive care, and HSCT indications exist between pediatric and adult ALL management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review treatment outcomes for adolescents with ALL undergoing first-line chemotherapy and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT).
  • To identify factors contributing to outcome disparities between adolescents, children, and adults with ALL.
  • To propose strategies for improving treatment and research for adolescent ALL.

Main Methods:

  • Review of first-line chemotherapy and HSCT outcomes in adolescents with ALL.
  • Comparison of results from pediatric versus adult clinical trials for adolescent ALL patients.
  • Analysis of disease biology, host factors, and treatment-related variables.

Main Results:

  • Adolescents in pediatric trials show better outcomes than those in adult trials, attributed to protocol design, dose intensity, HSCT use, and supportive care.
  • HSCT outcomes for adolescents are poorer than for children but better than for adults, with differing indications for HSCT in CR1 between age groups.
  • Psychosocial support and physical activity are identified as areas for improvement in adolescent ALL care.

Conclusions:

  • Adolescents with ALL benefit from enrollment in pediatric-focused trials and treatment by experienced teams.
  • Risk-based strategies and redefined age limits, alongside multicenter cooperation, are crucial for advancing adolescent ALL care.
  • Enhanced psychosocial support and physical activity interventions are necessary challenges for multidisciplinary teams treating adolescents with ALL.