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[Cancer and adolescence].

J A Molina Font, R Bayes García, A Muñoz Hoyos

    Anales Espanoles De Pediatria
    |September 1, 1983
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    Childhood cancer incidence in Granada shows leukemia and CNS tumors are most common. Improved survival rates highlight the need to address psychosocial impacts on young patients and families.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Oncology
    • Epidemiology
    • Childhood Malignancies

    Context:

    • Analysis of 64 pediatric cancer cases diagnosed at the University of Granada since 1977.
    • Focus on incidence and mortality rates of specific childhood tumor types.
    • Examination of psychosocial factors affecting patients, families, and medical staff.

    Purpose:

    • To report the incidence and mortality of childhood cancers in Granada.
    • To identify the most common pediatric malignant neoplasms.
    • To explore the psychosocial dimensions of adolescent cancer.

    Summary:

    • Leukemia (36.3%) and central nervous system tumors (10.7%) are the most frequent pediatric cancers.
    • Lymphomas and sympathetic nervous system tumors constitute 19.9% of cases.

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  • A male predominance (1.9:1) is observed, particularly in acute lymphocytic leukemia and CNS tumors.
  • Approximately 50% of diagnosed children experience long-term survival.
  • The study also addresses the psychosocial impact of cancer on children, adolescents, and their families.

    • Impact:

    • Provides epidemiological data on pediatric cancer in a specific region.
    • Highlights the significant long-term survival rates for childhood cancer.
    • Emphasizes the importance of psychosocial support in pediatric oncology care.