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[Supportive care in pediatric oncology: Considering children and AYA's special needs]

Marilyne Poirée1, Mylène Duplan2, Maïna Letort-Bertrand3

  • 1CHU, service d'oncologie et hématologie pédiatrique, Nice, France.

Bulletin Du Cancer
|January 17, 2022
PubMed

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Pediatric oncology care extends beyond cancer treatment to include vital supportive care. This encompasses pain management, nutrition, education, and long-term follow-up tailored for young cancer patients.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Oncology
  • Supportive Care
  • Childhood Cancer Survivorship

Background:

  • Pediatric oncology care involves more than just cancer treatment.
  • Supportive care is a crucial component of managing childhood cancer.
  • Survival rates in pediatric oncology necessitate a broader approach to care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the specificities of supportive care in pediatric oncology.
  • To highlight the unique needs of young cancer patients and their families.
  • To discuss the temporal aspects of supportive care, including post-treatment follow-up.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of supportive care in pediatric oncology.
  • Analysis of common and unique aspects of supportive care.
  • Examination of specific supportive care domains: pain, nutrition, education, schooling, and long-term follow-up.

Main Results:

  • Supportive care in pediatric oncology includes pain management and nutritional support, similar to adult oncology.
  • Pediatric-specific needs include tailored information and education for young patients.
  • Supportive care must extend beyond active treatment to address long-term sequelae and survivorship.

Conclusions:

  • Holistic care for pediatric cancer patients requires addressing physical, psychological, and educational needs.
  • Innovative tools and frameworks are needed for effective pediatric supportive care.
  • Long-term follow-up and screening for treatment-induced sequelae are essential for improving quality of life in childhood cancer survivors.

Keywords:
Oncologie pédiatriquePediatric oncologySoins de supportSupportive care

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