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Advanced Translational Research on Childhood Leukemia
Prognosis of children with leukemia, the most common pediatric cancer, has improved markedly. Yet, relapse still occurs in 15-40% of patients with a probability of survival of <50%, which is unlikely to be boosted by intensification of standard chemotherapy due to overwhelming toxicity.
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- 19 Feb, 2024
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Cancer Therapy Effects on the Heart
Anthracycline chemotherapies (e.g. doxorubicin, daunorubicin) is commonly given to treat pediatric cancer, and carries a risk of cardiotoxicity. Over the long term, children who receive these therapies have an increased risk of heart failure and early cardiovascular death.
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- 19 Feb, 2024
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