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The truly cured child?

J van Eys1

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, University of Texas Medical School, Houston.

Pediatrician
|January 1, 1991
PubMed
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Achieving a "truly cured child" in pediatric oncology requires more than just biological recovery. Social and psychological dimensions of cure, including school reintegration, remain critical challenges for long-term child well-being.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Oncology
  • Child Psychology
  • Social Determinants of Health

Background:

  • The concept of the 'truly cured child' was established in 1977.
  • Cure in pediatric oncology encompasses biological, psychological, and social aspects.
  • While biological and psychological cures are common, social cure remains elusive.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the multifaceted nature of cure in pediatric oncology.
  • To explore the concept of the 'truly cured child' and its implications.
  • To identify barriers to achieving comprehensive psychosocial cure.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual analysis of 'cure' in pediatric oncology.
  • Review of existing literature on child development and post-treatment outcomes.

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  • Examination of school reintegration as a psychosocial intervention.

    • Main Results:

    • Biological and psychological cures are largely achieved in pediatric oncology.
    • Social cure, defined as a child's ability to be on par with peers, is not yet uniformly realized.
    • School reintegration is a key strategy for addressing psychosocial deficits.

    Conclusions:

    • The 'truly cured child' is a widely accepted goal, but social cure requires further attention.
    • Recognizing psychosocial cure characteristics and obstacles is essential.
    • Further efforts are needed to ensure children achieve full social and developmental parity post-treatment.