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Multidisciplinary care in pediatric oncology.
Mary Ann Cantrell1, Kathy Ruble
1College of Nursing, Villanova University, Villanova, PA, USA.
Journal of Multidisciplinary Healthcare
|August 4, 2011
Summary
Significant advances in pediatric cancer treatment and supportive care have dramatically improved survival and quality of life (QOL) for children. A multidisciplinary approach, integrating basic science and clinical research, guides this progress from diagnosis through long-term survivorship.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Oncology
- Cancer Survivorship
- Multidisciplinary Care
Background:
- Childhood cancer treatment has seen substantial progress over recent decades.
- Supportive care advancements have paralleled treatment improvements.
- Improved survival and quality of life (QOL) are key outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe significant advances in pediatric cancer treatment and supportive care.
- To detail how these advances enhance survival and QOL in children with cancer.
- To highlight the role of a multidisciplinary approach in pediatric oncology.
Main Methods:
- Review of advances in basic sciences and general medicine.
- Analysis of cooperative research protocols and policy guidelines.
- Case study illustrations of multidisciplinary care in pediatric oncology.
Main Results:
- Significant improvements in survival rates for childhood cancers.
- Enhanced quality of life (QOL) for pediatric cancer patients.
- The effectiveness of a multidisciplinary care model is demonstrated.
Conclusions:
- A multidisciplinary approach is crucial for optimizing pediatric cancer care.
- Advances in science, medicine, research, and policy drive progress.
- Continued integration of care ensures better outcomes for children with cancer.
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