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Parental Perceptions of Obesity and Obesity Risk Associated With Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia

Gary L Jones1, Wendy McClellan, Sripriya Raman

  • 1Children's Mercy Hospital, Kansas City, MO.

Journal of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
|May 25, 2017
PubMed

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Parents of childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) survivors often underestimate their child's obesity risk. Increased awareness and education are crucial for preventing obesity and related health issues in these young patients.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Oncology
  • Public Health
  • Endocrinology

Background:

  • Survivors of childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) face a high prevalence of obesity (29%-69%) and associated comorbidities.
  • Parental awareness of obesity risks in pediatric ALL survivors is not well understood.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore parental awareness of increased obesity risk in childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) survivors.
  • To assess parental perceptions of their child's overall health and weight status post-treatment.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was completed by 121 parents of 99 pediatric ALL survivors.
  • The survey assessed parental perceptions of obesity risk and child's weight status.

Main Results:

  • Eighty percent of parents accurately identified overweight or obese survivors as "a little overweight" or "overweight."
  • Few parents recalled discussing weight gain (21%) or obesity risk (36%) with healthcare providers.
  • Parents who discussed weight or noted decreased activity were more concerned about weight status.

Conclusions:

  • Enhanced parental awareness and education on obesity risks and comorbidities are vital for prevention in pediatric ALL survivors.
  • Routine patient visits should incorporate discussions about healthy lifestyles, including diet and exercise, for survivors.

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