Improving care in pediatric neuro-oncology patients: An overview of the unique needs of children with brain tumors Journal Article

   


Authors: Fischer, C.; Petriccione, M.; Donzelli, M.; Pottenger, E.
Article Title: Improving care in pediatric neuro-oncology patients: An overview of the unique needs of children with brain tumors
Abstract: Brain tumors represent the most common solid tumors in childhood, accounting for almost 25% of all childhood cancer, second only to leukemia. Pediatric central nervous system tumors encompass a wide variety of diagnoses, from benign to malignant. Any brain tumor can be associated with significant morbidity, even when low grade, and mortality from pediatric central nervous system tumors is disproportionately high compared to other childhood malignancies. Management of children with central nervous system tumors requires knowledge of the unique aspects of care associated with this particular patient population, beyond general oncology care. Pediatric brain tumor patients have unique needs during treatment, as cancer survivors, and at end of life. A multidisciplinary team approach, including advanced practice nurses with a specialty in neuro-oncology, allows for better supportive care. Knowledge of the unique aspects of care for children with brain tumors, and the appropriate interventions required, allows for improved quality of life. © SAGE Publications.
Keywords: brain tumor; quality of life; pediatric; neuro-oncology
Journal Title: Journal of Child Neurology
Volume: 31
Issue: 4
ISSN: 0883-0738
Publisher: Sage Publications, Inc.  
Date Published: 2016-03-01
Start Page: 488
End Page: 505
Language: English
DOI: 10.1177/0883073815597756
PROVIDER: scopus
PUBMED: 26245798
PMCID: PMC5032907
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Notes: Review -- Export Date: 3 March 2016 -- Source: Scopus
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  1. Cheryl Melissa Fischer
    13 Fischer
  2. Maria A Donzelli
    45 Donzelli
  3. Elaine M Pottenger
    12 Pottenger
  4. Mary C Petriccione
    14 Petriccione
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