Late physical effects of childhood cancer survivors.
10.3345/kjp.2010.53.4.477
- Author:
Young Ho LEE
1
Author Information
1. Department of Pediatrics, Hanyang University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea. cord@hanyang.ac.kr
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
Late effects;
Childhood cancer survivors
- MeSH:
Adult;
Humans;
Infertility;
Survivors
- From:Korean Journal of Pediatrics
2010;53(4):477-480
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Advances in research and medical and supportive care have contributed to a growing population of adults formerly treated for childhood cancer. History of cancer and its therapy can have significant life-long health implications. Late effects of cancer therapy can be insidious on onset, occur outside the pediatric age, and contribute to premature morbidity and mortality. In this review, I have focused on the key long-term effects of pediatric cancer therapy, particularly on the metabolic syndrome, including cardiopulmonary complications, infertility, and secondary neoplasm.
