| Pediatric Cancer Treatment
Pediatric oncology is a medical specialty that focuses on the care of children with cancer. In developed countries, cancer is the leading cause of death among children, after accidents. Diagnosing and treating childhood cancer comes with its own set of challenges. If your child is affected by cancer, it is helpful to first understand how and why childhood cancers differ from adult cancers.
In children, environmental factors such as being overweight, having a poor diet, and other lifestyle-related causes are not associated with cancer risk. Instead, with the exception of a few notable types of environmental exposure, such as exposure to radiation or secondhand smoke, susceptibility to some forms of cancer stems largely from the inheritance of genetic mutations. In addition, a child’s body is actively growing and developing, with rapid rates of cell growth and reproduction compared to adults, making children more susceptible to some forms of cancer.
The early signs and symptoms of cancer in children can overlap with those of common illnesses or accidents and can be easily overlooked by even the most observant parents. Also, since cancer is not usually at the forefront of parents’ minds for infants and children, the unique challenges of recognizing the early signs of cancer in children become readily apparent.
However, it is important to know that at Medpro, our pediatric oncologists have the highest levels of expertise in diagnosing and treating childhood cancer. Childhood cancer is not always treated the same way as adult cancer. The types of treatment a child with cancer receives depend on the type of cancer and whether it is diagnosed early or late.
| Childhood Cancer: Treatment Options
In recent years, major advances in pediatric cancer treatment have led to dramatic improvements in successful treatment outcomes. A wide range of highly effective treatment options are now available, including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, and regenerative therapy.
You can learn more about these and other pediatric cancer treatments offered at Medpro:
- Hepatoblastoma
- Neuroblastoma
- Wilms’ tumor
- Leukemia
- Brain and spinal cord tumors
- Lymphoma (Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin)
- Rhabdomyosarcoma
- Retinoblastoma
- Osteosarcoma
We invite you to explore Medpro’s outstanding pediatric cancer diagnostic and treatment services. Whether you are looking for an initial diagnosis or a second opinion, our talented and dedicated network of pediatric oncologists offers comprehensive, accurate and up-to-date diagnostic services. Our state-of-the-art network of facilities and providers offers individualized treatment plans, which will ensure that your child receives the most effective and innovative medical care available.
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