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International evolution in AYA oncology: Current status and future expectations
Andrea Ferrari1, Ronald D Barr2
1Pediatric Oncology Unit, Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nationale dei Tumori, Milan, Italy.
Pediatric Blood & Cancer
|April 4, 2017
Summary
Adolescents and Young Adults (AYAs) face unmet needs despite improving survival rates for cancer. Improving care requires multidisciplinary teams, government engagement, and international collaboration for better outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine
- Global Health
Background:
- Adolescents and Young Adults (AYAs) represent a significant global burden of cancer cases.
- Despite high survival rates in developed nations, AYAs experience poorly met needs during and post-treatment.
- Existing specialized clinical programs for AYAs are still evolving.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the underserved status of Adolescents and Young Adults (AYAs) in cancer care globally.
- To identify key strategies for improving the care and support systems for AYAs with cancer.
- To emphasize the need for enhanced collaboration and resource allocation in AYA oncology.
Main Methods:
- Review of current challenges and unmet needs in AYA cancer care.
- Analysis of successful elements in evolving specialized clinical programs.
- Synthesis of expert recommendations for program development and international cooperation.
Main Results:
- The majority of AYAs globally remain underserved in cancer care.
- High survival rates in high-income countries contrast with inadequate psychosocial and supportive care.
- Essential components for improved care include government engagement and multidisciplinary teams.
Conclusions:
- Effective AYA cancer care necessitates collaboration between pediatric and adult healthcare providers.
- Empowering AYAs with a voice in program development is crucial.
- Sharing international experiences and focusing on developing countries are vital for advancing AYA oncology.