Complications of treatment of paediatric malignancies

Advances in surgical techniques, radiotherapy and chemotherapy have led to improved survival for children with solid tumours and leukaemia. However, the treatment has also resulted in increased side effects both in the short and long term. This article outlines the complications which may arise as a...

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Published in:	European journal of radiology Vol. 37; no. 2; pp. 109 - 119
Main Author:	MacKenzie, J R
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Ireland 01-02-2001
Subjects:	Antineoplastic Agents - adverse effects Child Combined Modality Therapy Graft vs Host Disease - etiology Humans Infection - etiology Neoplasms - diagnostic imaging Neoplasms - therapy Postoperative Complications - etiology Radiography Radiotherapy - adverse effects
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Summary:	Advances in surgical techniques, radiotherapy and chemotherapy have led to improved survival for children with solid tumours and leukaemia. However, the treatment has also resulted in increased side effects both in the short and long term. This article outlines the complications which may arise as a result of treatment under the headings of surgery; chemotherapy; radiotherapy; organ specific complications; infection and graft-v-host disease.
ISSN:	0720-048X
DOI:	10.1016/S0720-048X(00)00292-8