Endocrine Abstracts

The number of childhood cancer survivors is ever increasing and as this population continues to grow, the long term physical and psychological impact of having cancer treatment in childhood becomes ever more apparent. Childhood cancer survivors are moving into adulthood with significant health needs secondary to their cancer treatment. Acknowledging and addressing these needs is crucial in supporting them on their continued health journey. Patients attending the ‘late eff...

Adverse health outcomes in survivors of childhood cancers are well recognised. Optimal models of care and their effectiveness in improving outcomes are not yet well established. As a National Cancer Survivorship Initiative test site, we have been working to improve local service provision. We have established transitional and adult ‘late effects’ clinics, developed a local database of survivors and pro-actively sought out those who were ‘lost to follow-up’....