Caution Regarding Use of Buretrols to Administer Chemotherapy
Are buretrols vented, therefore causing aerosolization of hazardous drug?
Pediatric Oncology
The Where and What of Physical Activities Programs for Children With Cancer
An international “environmental scan” sought to determine the number of physical activity programs tailored to improve overall health and quality of life for children with cancer.
Presence of Children Not Detrimental to Parental Communications With Oncologists
Parents can effectively communicate with their child’s oncologist when their child is present during consultations at the time of diagnosis.
High Expression of DNA Repair Genes at Diagnosis Predictive of Early Relapse in Pediatric ALL
A data analysis revealed a genetic predictor of relapse for pediatric patients with ALL.
Mini-Pools of IVIG Just as Effective as Standard IVIG in Pediatric Immune Thrombocytopenia
Intravenous immunoglobulin G with plasma from fewer blood donations provides sufficient therapeutic effect for pediatric patients with ITP.
The Effect of Intravenous Hydration Strategy on Plasma Methotrexate Clearance During Intravenous High-dose Methotrexate Administration in Pediatric Oncology Patients
[Cancer Management and Research] Researchers sought to determine the effect of intravenous hydration on plasma methotrexate clearance on pediatric oncology patients receiving HD-MTX for ALL, NHL, or osteosarcoma.
Integrative Medicine in Childhood Cancer: Practices That Can Help Pediatric Patients
A review of studies investigating the safety and efficacy of integrative and complementary medicine practices sought to determine their effects on children with cancer.
Seeking an Explanation for the Lack of Research Focused in Pediatric Oncology Therapeutics
Researchers sought an explanation for the paucity of research, drug development, and clinical trials focusing specifically on cancer in pediatric populations.
Metronidazole, Vancomycin Recommended for C Difficile in Pediatric Oncology, HSCT
An international multidisciplinary panel of experts in pediatric oncology and infectious diseases convened to develop recommendations for the prevention and treatment of C difficile infection in pediatric patients with cancer or who are undergoing HSCT.
Experiencing Parental Cancer As Child Can Have Lasting Impact
An increased risk of low educational attainment and attenuation in income at age 30 years has been observed in those that have experienced parental cancer.
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