The study found that most survivors of childhood cancer in Ontario, Canada do not meet surveillance guidelines for screening adult cancers or other long-term adverse effects of treatment. Only 53% followed recommendations for cardiomyopathy screening, 13% for colorectal cancer screening, and 6% for breast cancer screening. The risk for developing secondary cancers is high among childhood cancer survivors, but many do not adhere to recommended screening guidelines due to lack of awareness or other barriers. Researchers are launching a trial to determine if a support system can improve adherence to surveillance recommendations, and survivorship care plans may help improve screening rates among survivors.
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Few Childhood Cancer Survivors Get Recommended Screenings
