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Solid tumours in newborns and infants
1Department of Pediatrics, University of Medicine, Plovdiv, Bulgaria.
Folia Medica
|January 1, 1996
Summary
This study reviewed 32 infant solid tumors, finding malignant types prevalent. Successful treatment was achieved in 72% of patients, indicating effective therapies for pediatric cancers.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Oncology
- Cancer Research
Background:
- Solid tumors in newborns and infants are rare but serious conditions.
- Understanding the types and outcomes of these tumors is crucial for improving pediatric cancer care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the incidence, types, and outcomes of solid tumors in a cohort of newborns and infants.
- To evaluate the effectiveness of current treatment modalities for pediatric solid tumors.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 32 cases of solid tumors in infants over a 15-year period.
- Classification of tumor types, including soft tissue tumors, neuroblastomas, nephroblastomas, and germ cell tumors.
- Follow-up analysis of patient survival rates and treatment outcomes.
Main Results:
- Soft tissue tumors (8), neuroblastomas (7), and nephroblastomas (5) were the most common types.
- Malignant tumors constituted 90.6% of all cases.
- Out of 25 followed-up children, 18 survived their tumors, with an overall successful treatment rate of 72%.
Conclusions:
- Malignant solid tumors are the predominant form of cancer in infancy.
- Current therapeutic approaches, including radiotherapy and chemotherapy, demonstrate a high success rate with manageable risks for pediatric cancer patients.