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Pouplier A, Fridh MK, Christensen J, Høyer A, Schmidt-Andersen P, Winther H, Larsen HB. Rehabilitation including structured active play intervention for preschoolers with cancer during treatment: A RePlay qualitative study of parents' experiences. Eur J Oncol Nurs 2024; 71:102639. [PMID: 38878692 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejon.2024.102639] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2023] [Revised: 05/31/2024] [Accepted: 06/06/2024] [Indexed: 07/22/2024]
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PURPOSE Preschool children receiving cancer treatment experience decreased gross motor function and challenges in personal and social development. For preschoolers, parents are critical for their child's cancer treatment trajectory, including their participation in physical activity. This study aimed to explore the parents' experiences with a novel rehabilitation intervention, including structured active play for preschoolers with cancer during treatment. METHOD Through criterion sampling, 23 parents of 18 preschool children diagnosed with cancer were interviewed from August 2021 until April 2023. A hermeneutic-phenomenological-inspired inductive thematic analysis was performed. RESULTS Based on 19 interviews with parents, three themes emerged: 1) pushing in the right direction, 2) sharing the responsibility, and 3) creating joyful experiences. The parents experienced that participation in the intervention resulted in physical progress for their child, and the child generally could develop personally and socially. The parents shared a common goal with a healthcare professional, who led the way in their child's physical development and gave them the space to participate with their child. The child actively chose to participate in structured active play, resulting in an altered perception of the hospital experience for both parents and children. CONCLUSION The parents' experiences showed that with the support, knowledge, and expertise of an exercise professional, rehabilitation including structured active play can be a way to integrate movement and physical activity for preschoolers in their cancer treatment trajectory. The repetitive structure of the active play sessions was experienced as motivating for the children and simultaneously challenging their physical, social, and personal development. TRIAL AND PROTOCOL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov: NCT04672681. Registered December 17, 2020. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04672681.
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- Anna Pouplier
- Department for Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, The Juliane Marie Center, Copenhagen University Hospital-Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark; Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark.
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- Department for Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, The Juliane Marie Center, Copenhagen University Hospital-Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy, Copenhagen University Hospital-Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark; Department of Public Health, Section of Social Medicine, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department for Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, The Juliane Marie Center, Copenhagen University Hospital-Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department for Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, The Juliane Marie Center, Copenhagen University Hospital-Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark; Department of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy, Copenhagen University Hospital-Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark; Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports, Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department for Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, The Juliane Marie Center, Copenhagen University Hospital-Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark; Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark.
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Hanna S, El-Ayadi M, Abdelazeim F. Identifying fine motor difficulties in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia: a scoping review. Support Care Cancer 2024; 32:488. [PMID: 38967684 PMCID: PMC11226483 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-024-08667-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2024] [Accepted: 06/17/2024] [Indexed: 07/06/2024]
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PURPOSE Survival rates for children diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) have increased significantly over recent decades, and thus attention shifted toward understanding the adverse effects of cancer treatment. Chemotherapy has side effects that could affect muscle state and diminish motor performance. This scoping review was conducted to map the breadth of evidence for different tools used in fine motor skills assessment, the extent of upper extremity strength, and fine motor performance, highlighting the potential risk factors that may influence these skills. METHODS In March 2023, full-text studies that examined fine motor performance and/or upper extremity strength were identified via searches in PubMed, Science Direct, Scopus, Web of Science, and PEDro databases. The titles and abstracts of selected studies were screened according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria. RESULTS The search yielded initial 418 citations and 26 peer-reviewed articles were finally included in the review. Considerable heterogeneity was observed regarding the methods of evaluating fine motor skills. The results of this review indicate that children and adolescents with ALL experienced fine motor limitations and upper extremity weakness either during or after cessation of treatment. CONCLUSION This scoping review presents a broad overview of the literature addressing fine motor difficulties in the pediatric population with ALL. Results accentuate the need to incorporate strengthening and occupational therapy training to preserve muscle strength and minimize future fine motor problems along the course of chemotherapeutic treatment. Little evidence was reported regarding the risk factors that may impair muscle strength and motor performance.
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- Silvia Hanna
- Department of Pediatric Physical Therapy, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt.
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- Department of Pediatric Oncology, National Cancer Institute, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt
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- Department of Pediatric Physical Therapy, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt
- Faculty of Physical Therapy, October 6th University, Giza, Egypt
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McCarthy E, Marchese VG, Shipper AG, Rock K, Felter C. Identifying causes of balance impairment and exploring sensory contributions to balance in pediatric oncology: A scoping review. Crit Rev Oncol Hematol 2024; 201:104425. [PMID: 38909876 DOI: 10.1016/j.critrevonc.2024.104425] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2023] [Revised: 05/23/2024] [Accepted: 06/16/2024] [Indexed: 06/25/2024] Open
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PURPOSE To identify causes of balance impairment in children undergoing treatment for cancer and childhood cancer survivors. METHODS A systematic search was performed according to PRISMA guidelines. Studies were included if participants were 0-19 years of age with a current/past diagnosis of cancer, an objective balance measure was reported, and a cause of balance impairment was either stated or implied. RESULTS The 64 full text studies included identified balance impairments as sequelae secondary to CNS tumors, and/or as an effect of medical treatment including chemotherapy, radiation, and/or surgery. Cancer treatment can result in damage to the visual, vestibular and/or somatosensory systems which in turn can contribute to balance dysfunction. CONCLUSIONS Balance impairments were caused by the cancer itself or the result of medical treatment. Oncology professionals are integral in recognition and treatment of factors affecting balance impairments in childhood cancer; however, further research is needed to identify interventions targeting specific causes of balance impairment.
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- Emily McCarthy
- Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science, University of Maryland, School of Medicine, 100 Penn Street, AHRB, Room 208, Baltimore, MD 21021, United States.
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- Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science, University of Maryland, School of Medicine, United States
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- Department of Physical Therapy, University of Florida, United States
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- Physician Assistant Leadership and Learning Academy, University of Maryland, Baltimore, United States
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Tejeda-Castellanos X, Sánchez-Medina CM, Márquez-González H, Alaniz-Arcos JL, Ortiz-Cornejo ME, Brito-Suárez JM, Juárez-Villegas L, Gutiérrez-Camacho C. Impairments in fine motor skills in children with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia. A cross-sectional study. BMC Pediatr 2023; 23:513. [PMID: 37845644 PMCID: PMC10578039 DOI: 10.1186/s12887-023-04316-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2023] [Accepted: 09/16/2023] [Indexed: 10/18/2023] Open
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AIM We evaluated fine motor skills; precision, motor integration, manual dexterity, and upper-limb coordination according to sex and risk stratification in children with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia (ALL). METHODS We evaluated twenty-nine children in the maintenance phase aged 6 to 12 years with the Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency-second edition (BOT-2), and sex and age-specific norm values of BOT-2 were used to compare our results. RESULTS We found lower scores on the upper-limb coordination subtest, p = 0.003 and on the manual coordination composite, p = 0.008, than normative values. Most boys performed "average" on both the subtests and the composites, but girls showed lower scores with a mean difference of 7.69 (95%CI; 2.24 to 3.14), p = 0.009. Girls' scale scores on the upper-limb coordination subtest were lower than normative values, with mean difference 5.08 (95%CI; 2.35 to 7.81), p = 0.006. The mean standard score difference in high-risk patients was lower than normative on the manual coordination composite, 8.18 (95%CI; 2.26 to 14.1), p = 0.015. High-risk children also performed below the BOT-2 normative on manual dexterity 2.82 (95%CI; 0.14 to 5.78), p = 0.035 and upper limb coordination subtest 4.10 (95%CI; 1.13 to 7.05), p = 0.028. We found a decrease in fine motor precision in children with a higher BMI, rho= -0.87, p = 0.056 and a negative correlation between older age and lower manual dexterity, r= -0.41 p = 0.026; however, we did not find any correlation with the weeks in the maintenance phase. CONCLUSIONS Fine motor impairments are common in children with ALL in the maintenance phase; it is important to identify these impairments to early rehabilitation.
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- Xochiquetzalli Tejeda-Castellanos
- Physiotherapy Research Unit, Faculty of Medicine, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Dr. Márquez 162 Colonia Doctores , Mexico City, 06720, Mexico
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- Physiotherapy Research Unit, Faculty of Medicine, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Dr. Márquez 162 Colonia Doctores , Mexico City, 06720, Mexico
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- Physiotherapy Research Unit, Faculty of Medicine, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Dr. Márquez 162 Colonia Doctores , Mexico City, 06720, Mexico
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- Physiotherapy Research Unit, Faculty of Medicine, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Dr. Márquez 162 Colonia Doctores , Mexico City, 06720, Mexico
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- Physiotherapy Research Unit, Faculty of Medicine, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Dr. Márquez 162 Colonia Doctores , Mexico City, 06720, Mexico
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- Haematology and oncology department of the Hospital Infantil de Mexico, Federico Gómez, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Physiotherapy Research Unit, Faculty of Medicine, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Dr. Márquez 162 Colonia Doctores , Mexico City, 06720, Mexico.
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Šnajdrová T, Patrmanová E, Jevič F, Bořilová K, Hrdoušková M, Musálek M. Clinical applicability of short form of Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency Second Edition in patients after treatment of acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Front Pediatr 2023; 11:1071572. [PMID: 37077337 PMCID: PMC10109462 DOI: 10.3389/fped.2023.1071572] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2022] [Accepted: 03/03/2023] [Indexed: 04/21/2023] Open
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Introduction Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) ranks among paediatrics' most common oncological malignancies. Monitoring motor performance levels associated with self-sufficiency in the everyday activities of ALL patients is extremely important during treatment. The motor development of children and adolescents with ALL is most often assessed using the Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency Second Edition (BOT-2) complete form (CF) with 53 items or the short form (SF) with 14 items. However, there is no evidence in research that BOT-2 CF and SF give comparable results in the population of patients with ALL. Objective This study aimed to determine the compatibility of motor proficiency levels achieved from BOT-2 SF and BOT-2 CF in ALL survivors. Materials and Method The research sample consists of n = 37 participants (18 girls, 19 boys) aged 4-21 years (10.26, ± SD 3.9) after treatment for ALL. All participants passed BOT-2 CF and were at least 6 months and a maximum of 6 years from the last dose of vincristine (VCR). We used ANOVA with repeated measures, considering the sex, intra-class correlation (ICC) for uniformity between BOT-2 SF and BOT-2 CF scores and Receiving Operating Characteristic. Results BOT-2 SF and BOT-2 CF assess the same underlying construct, and BOT-2 SF and CF standard scores have good uniformity: ICC = 0.78 for boys and ICC = 0.76 for girls. However, results from ANOVA showed that the participants achieved a significantly lower standard score in SF (45.1 ± 7.9) compared to CF (49.1 ± 9.4) (p < 0.001; Hays ω 2 = 0.41). ALL patients performed the worst in Strength and Agility. According to the ROC analysis, BOT-2 SF obtains acceptable sensitivity (72.3%) and high specificity (91.9%) with high accuracy of 86.1%, and the fair value of the Area Under the Curve (AUC) = 0.734 CI95% (0.47-0.88) in comparison to BOT-2 CF. Conclusions To reduce the burden on ALL patients and their families, we recommend using BOT-2 SF instead of BOT-2 CF as a useful screening tool. BOT-SF can replicate motor proficiency with as high probability as BOT-2 CF but systematically underestimates motor proficiency.
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- Tereza Šnajdrová
- Department of Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine, Second Faculty of Medicine, Charles University and Motol University Hospital, Prague, Czechia
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- Department of Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine, Second Faculty of Medicine, Charles University and Motol University Hospital, Prague, Czechia
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- Department of Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine, Second Faculty of Medicine, Charles University and Motol University Hospital, Prague, Czechia
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- Department of Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine, Second Faculty of Medicine, Charles University and Motol University Hospital, Prague, Czechia
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- Department of Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine, Second Faculty of Medicine, Charles University and Motol University Hospital, Prague, Czechia
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- Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Charles University, Prague, Czechia
- Correspondence: Martin Musálek
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Dreneva AA, Devyaterikova AA. Comparative Analysis of Cognitive, Motor, and Visual-Motor Functions in Pediatric Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Survivors With and Without Allogeneic Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation. Arch Clin Neuropsychol 2022; 37:1493-1501. [PMID: 35670305 DOI: 10.1093/arclin/acac038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) is an effective treatment for pediatric high-risk acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) survivors. Still, both the disease and treatment often impair cognitive and motor functions, and HSCT is a risk factor for long-term deficits. The study aimed at investigating the effect of HSCT on cognitive, motor, and visual-motor functions. Two groups were enrolled: The first group received HSCT treatment, and the second group did not. METHOD Sixty-five ALL survivors participated in the study (ages: 7-17). Twenty-one of participants who underwent HSCT comprised the first group. We implemented tests from Cambridge Neuropsychological Test Automated Battery, Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children, and Test of Memory and Learning to estimate cognitive functions, Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency to estimate motor functions, and Beery-Buktenica Developmental Test to estimate visual perceptual and visual motor functions. As independent variables for analysis we chose group (HSCT+/-), age at diagnosis, and current age. RESULTS MANCOVA test demonstrated significant effect of current age on cognitive functions (partial η2 = 0.55) and significant effect of HSCT treatment on motor functions (partial η2 = 0.19). Current age also had moderate effect on visual-motor functions (partial η2 = 0.11). Significant differences were found in most cognitive, motor, and visual-motor tests' results between the two groups, with HSCT+ group demonstrating poorer performance. CONCLUSIONS This study has several limitations, including small sample size, potentially mismatched groups, imbalanced gender ratio. Still, the findings underline the importance of considering late effects of HSCT, and age when designing rehabilitation programs.
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- A A Dreneva
- Faculty of Psychology, Lomonosov Moscow State University, Moscow 12500, Russia.,Research Institute for Healthcare Organization and Medical Management of Moscow Healthcare Department, Moscow 115088, Russia
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- Neurocognitive Laboratory, Dmitry Rogachev National Research Center of Pediatric Hematology, Oncology and Immunology, Moscow 117997, Russia.,Research Institute for Brain Development and Peak Performance, Peoples' Friendship University of Russia, Moscow, 117198, Russia
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Söntgerath R, Däggelmann J, Kesting SV, Rueegg CS, Wittke TC, Reich S, Eckert KG, Stoessel S, Chamorro-Viña C, Wiskemann J, Wright P, Senn-Malashonak A, Oschwald V, Till AM, Götte M. Physical and functional performance assessment in pediatric oncology: a systematic review. Pediatr Res 2022; 91:743-756. [PMID: 33859367 PMCID: PMC9064803 DOI: 10.1038/s41390-021-01523-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2021] [Revised: 02/26/2021] [Accepted: 03/29/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Research indicates reduced physical performance from diagnosis into survivorship of pediatric cancer patients. However, there is no systematic information or guideline available on the methods to assess physical performance and function in this population. The purpose was to systematically compile and describe assessments of physical performance and function in patients and survivors of pediatric cancer, including cardiorespiratory fitness, muscle strength, speed, balance, flexibility, functional mobility, gait and motor performance test batteries. METHODS We searched the databases PubMed, SPORTDiscus, and Cochrane Database and performed abstract and full-text selection of 2619 articles according to the Cochrane Handbook of Systematic Reviews. Information on patients characteristics, assessments, information on validity and reliability, and relevant references was extracted. RESULTS In summary, 63 different assessments were found in 149 studies including 11639 participants. Most studies evaluated cardiorespiratory fitness and muscle strength with the majority conducted off treatment. Some outcomes (e.g. speed) and diagnoses (e.g. neuroblastoma) were severely underrepresented. With the exception of gait, leukemia patients represented the largest group of individuals tested. CONCLUSIONS Insufficient data and patient heterogeneity complicate uniform recommendations for assessments. Our results support researchers and practitioners in selecting appropriate assessment to meet their specific research questions or individual daily practice needs. IMPACT This systematic review includes 149 studies and provides a comprehensive summary of 63 assessments to evaluate cardiorespiratory fitness, muscle strength, speed, balance, flexibility, functional mobility, gait or motor performance test batteries in patients and survivors of pediatric cancer. We present the most studied fields within the pediatric cancer population, which are cardiorespiratory fitness and muscle strength, off treatment phase, and leukemia patients. We propose research priorities by identification of subgroups in terms of cancer type, phase of treatment, and outcome of interest that are underrepresented in studies currently available.
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- Regine Söntgerath
- Department of Pediatric Oncology, Hematology and Hemostaseology, University Hospital Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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- Department of Molecular and Cellular Sports Medicine, Institute of Cardiology and Sports Medicine, German Sport University Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Institute of Preventive Pediatrics, Department of Sport and Health Sciences, Technical University of Munich, Munich, Germany
- Kinderklinik München Schwabing, TUM School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics and Children's Cancer Research Center, Technical University of Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Oslo Centre for Biostatistics and Epidemiology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Working Group Exercise Oncology Division of Medical Oncology, University Clinic Heidelberg and National Centre for Tumor Diseases (NCT), Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Health Management & Public Health, IST University of Applied Sciences Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf, Germany
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- Center for Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, Childhood Cancer Center, University Medical Center Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Working Group Exercise Oncology Division of Medical Oncology, University Clinic Heidelberg and National Centre for Tumor Diseases (NCT), Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Sport, Health Sciences and Social Work, Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, UK
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- Department of Pediatric Oncology, Hematology and Hemostaseology, Goethe University Clinic Frankfurt, Frankfurt am Main, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Molecular and Cellular Sports Medicine, Institute of Cardiology and Sports Medicine, German Sport University Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology, University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein, Lübeck, Germany
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- Department of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology, University Hospital Essen, Pediatrics III, Essen, Germany.
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An evaluation of participation restrictions and associated factors via the ICF-CY framework in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia receiving maintenance chemotherapy. Eur J Pediatr 2021; 180:1081-1088. [PMID: 33063136 DOI: 10.1007/s00431-020-03833-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2020] [Revised: 09/14/2020] [Accepted: 10/09/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Our aim was to determine impairments in physical functions, activity limitations, and participation restrictions with the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health version for Children and Youth (ICF-CY) framework in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) receiving treatment. Physical functions were assessed in terms of pain level, fatigue level, handgrip strength, and motor proficiency. Fine motor activities and lower extremity performance were assessed to determine activity limitations. Participation was assessed with a patient-reported questionnaire. Thirty children with ALL (mean age: 8.45 ± 3.33 years) were included. Pain and fatigue level were mild. Poor handgrip strength was found; their mean handgrip strength was 60% of the normative. Fifty-six percent of the children had below-average motor performance. Participation scores were considerably high, except for sport and physical functioning sub-score. Participation level was positively associated with bilateral coordination and duration after diagnosis, while negatively correlated with pain and fatigue level (p ˂ 0.05).Conclusion: The ICF-CY-based evaluation was useful to understand children's limitations in everyday life. Children with ALL need supportive interventions during treatments in terms of physical functioning and participation in activities. Children with ALL with higher pain and fatigue, poor bilateral coordination, and who were in earlier period after diagnosis had higher risk for participation restriction. What is Known: • Children with ALL had physical functioning limitations on treatments. • Participation restrictions were described in children with ALL off treatment. What is New: • The ICY-CY-based health and functioning evaluation allows health care professionals to globally determine limitations of everyday life in children with ALL on treatment. • Impairments in physical functions, pain severity, fatigue severity, and duration after diagnosis are associated with participation to everyday life in children with ALL on treatment.
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Hamari L, Lähteenmäki PM, Pukkila H, Arola M, Axelin A, Salanterä S, Järvelä LS. Motor Performance in Children Diagnosed with Cancer: A Longitudinal Observational Study. CHILDREN (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2020; 7:E98. [PMID: 32824254 PMCID: PMC7464043 DOI: 10.3390/children7080098] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2020] [Revised: 08/06/2020] [Accepted: 08/13/2020] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Children with cancer are dealing with different side and long-term effects caused by cancer and its treatments, like vinca-alkaloids, which may have negative effects on motor performance. However, the affected areas of motor performance (aiming and catching, balance, manual dexterity) and the differences in these areas between boys and girls and diagnoses are not frequently reported in a longitudinal design. Therefore, the aim of this study was to investigate how motor performance changes over the course of cancer treatment. The study was conducted with 3-to 16-year-old children with cancer (N = 36) in 2013-2017. The five assessment points were 0, 2, 6, 12 and 30 months from diagnosis. Movement-ABC2 was used to assess motor performance. We found that aiming and catching skills decreased significantly during the follow-up (p < 0.05). Balance was affected at the 2-month measurement point (p < 0.05) and more in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia than in children with other cancer diagnoses (p < 0.05). Girls performed better than boys in manual dexterity at 6, 12 and 30 months (p < 0.05, p < 0.05, p < 0.05, respectively). Individual monitoring of motor performance with standardized tests and physical activity/exercise programs during and after treatment are needed.
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- Lotta Hamari
- Department of Nursing Science, University of Turku, 20014 Turku, Finland; (A.A.); (S.S.)
- Turku University Hospital, P.O. Box 52, 20521 Turku, Finland
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- Department of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Turku University Hospital, P.O. Box 52, 20521 Turku, Finland; (P.M.L.); (L.S.J.)
- Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Turku, 20014 Turku, Finland
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- Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, Tampere University, Korkeakoulunkatu 6, 33720 Tampere, Finland;
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- Department of Pediatrics, Tampere University Hospital, Elämänaukio, Kuntokatu 2, 33520 Tampere, Finland;
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- Department of Nursing Science, University of Turku, 20014 Turku, Finland; (A.A.); (S.S.)
- Turku University Hospital, P.O. Box 52, 20521 Turku, Finland
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- Department of Nursing Science, University of Turku, 20014 Turku, Finland; (A.A.); (S.S.)
- Turku University Hospital, P.O. Box 52, 20521 Turku, Finland
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- Department of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Turku University Hospital, P.O. Box 52, 20521 Turku, Finland; (P.M.L.); (L.S.J.)
- Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Turku, 20014 Turku, Finland
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Hanna S, Elshennawy S, El-Ayadi M, Abdelazeim F. Investigating fine motor deficits during maintenance therapy in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Pediatr Blood Cancer 2020; 67:e28385. [PMID: 32400963 DOI: 10.1002/pbc.28385] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2019] [Revised: 03/27/2020] [Accepted: 04/17/2020] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Children diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in their early childhood are more susceptible to neuromuscular and musculoskeletal impairments. This cross-sectional study was designed to address different types of fine motor impairments in Egyptian children diagnosed with ALL. METHODS Fifty-four children treated for ALL in maintenance phase aged from four to seven years were compared with an age- and sex-matched control group. Fine motor performance was assessed using the total fine motor form of the Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency-second edition (BOT-2). Sex- and age-specific norms of BOT-2 were used to calculate scale and standard scores in both groups. RESULTS Children with ALL had significantly impaired fine motor skills in all subtests and composites of BOT-2 compared with the typically developing group (P < 0.00001). Cumulative doses of vincristine, methotrexate, and dexamethasone revealed no significant correlation with any BOT-2 measure. Males performed significantly better than females in all BOT-2 scores except for the fine motor integration subtest and the total fine motor control composite as no significant differences were observed. The protocol risk stratum, duration of maintenance treatment, and the age at assessment did not significantly affect the BOT-2 measures. CONCLUSION About 67% of children with ALL on maintenance treatment experienced fine motor difficulties. Periodic evaluation along the course of chemotherapy could identify specific impaired fine motor domains providing the base for a successful rehabilitation program.
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- Silvia Hanna
- Department of Physical Therapy for Pediatrics, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Physical Therapy for Pediatrics, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Pediatric Oncology, National Cancer Institute, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Physical Therapy for Pediatrics, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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A Metabolomics Approach for Early Prediction of Vincristine-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy. Sci Rep 2020; 10:9659. [PMID: 32541868 PMCID: PMC7295796 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-020-66815-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2019] [Accepted: 04/26/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Vincristine is a core chemotherapeutic drug administered to pediatric acute lymphoblastic leukemia patients. Despite its efficacy in treating leukemia, it can lead to severe peripheral neuropathy in a subgroup of the patients. Peripheral neuropathy is a debilitating and painful side-effect that can severely impact an individual’s quality of life. Currently, there are no established predictors of peripheral neuropathy incidence during the early stage of chemotherapeutic treatment. As a result, patients who are not susceptible to peripheral neuropathy may receive sub-therapeutic treatment due to an empirical upper cap on the dose, while others may experience severe neuropathy at the same dose. Contrary to previous genomics based approaches, we employed a metabolomics approach to identify small sets of metabolites that can be used to predict a patient’s susceptibility to peripheral neuropathy at different time points during the treatment. Using those identified metabolites, we developed a novel strategy to predict peripheral neuropathy and subsequently adjust the vincristine dose accordingly. In accordance with this novel strategy, we created a free user-friendly tool, VIPNp, for physicians to easily implement our prediction strategy. Our results showed that focusing on metabolites, which encompasses both genotypic and phenotypic variations, can enable early prediction of peripheral neuropathy in pediatric leukemia patients.
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Investigation of the effect of task-orientated rehabilitation program on motor skills of children with childhood cancer: a randomized-controlled trial. Int J Rehabil Res 2020; 43:167-174. [PMID: 32097140 DOI: 10.1097/mrr.0000000000000400] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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Problems have been reported in the execution and development of motor skills and its treatment as a cause of cancer in children. The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of the task-orientated rehabilitation program (ToRP) on motor skills of children with childhood cancer. Following the consort guideline, 93 children (49 males and 44 females) with pediatric cancer were randomized to either study (n = 52; 12.35 ± 3.43 years) or control (n = 41; 11.89 ± 3.56 years) groups. The study group received ToRP, and the control group received a home-based therapeutic strategies program for 20 sessions. Motor skill outcomes were assessed with Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency, Short Form (BOTMP-SF) by assessor who was blind to group allocation and interventions. The groups were homogenous in terms of demographic characteristics and motor skills. The study group showed a significant increase in both gross and fine motor skills (P values for all subtests: P < 0.001), whereas running speed, bilateral coordination, strength, response speed and visual motor control did not show significant improvement with the control group (P > 0.05). The ToRP appears to provide beneficial effects in improving motor skills at the early stages of rehabilitation for children with childhood cancer.
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Tanner L, Keppner K, Lesmeister D, Lyons K, Rock K, Sparrow J. Cancer Rehabilitation in the Pediatric and Adolescent/Young Adult Population. Semin Oncol Nurs 2020; 36:150984. [DOI: 10.1016/j.soncn.2019.150984] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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Does Daily Physical Activity Level Determine the Physical Efficiency of Children After Treatment of Leukemia? INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2020; 17:ijerph17010307. [PMID: 31906384 PMCID: PMC6982369 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph17010307] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2019] [Revised: 12/23/2019] [Accepted: 12/30/2019] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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The aim of the study was to assess daily physical activity level and its influence on the physical efficiency of children after the treatment of leukemia. The study was comprised of 34 children (23 boys and 11 girls) after the treatment of acute lymphoblastic leukemia or myeloid leukemia (mean age of 11.29 ± 2.81 years, mean body height of 146.88 ± 16.11 cm, and mean body weight of 43.68 ± 13.93 kg). The mean time since treatment completion was 3.09 ± 1.80 years. The level of physical activity was assessed with the Health Behavior in School-Aged Children questionnaire (HBSC). Physical efficiency was assessed based on the palant ball throw (assessment of strength, coordination, and upper limb speed), the long jump (assessment of jumping ability, speed and coordination) and the 60 m run (assessment of speed). Measurements of motor skills were normalized, classified according to age and sex, and converted into grades. The mean values obtained in the run and the ball throw showed low pass grades in the study group. In the case of the long jump, satisfactory grades were obtained. A correlation of r = 0.512 was found between vigorous physical activity (HBSC 3) and the grade in the run. A correlation of r = −0.437 was observed between the duration of computer use in leisure time (HBSC 6) and the grade in the long jump, whereas correlations of r = −0.482 and −0.485 were noted between the number hours per week spent on games (HBSC 5) and the duration of computer use in leisure time (HBSC 6) and the grade obtained in the ball throw, respectively. In addition, different levels of physical activity and physical efficiency were demonstrated depending on the time elapsed since treatment completion. Supervised programs promoting daily physical activity should include children after the treatment of leukemia. These programs should also be aimed at improving their physical efficiency.
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Short-Term Recovery of Balance Control: Association With Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy in Pediatric Oncology. Pediatr Phys Ther 2018; 30:119-124. [PMID: 29498961 DOI: 10.1097/pep.0000000000000484] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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PURPOSE To describe the incidence and short-term recovery of balance control in children and adolescents receiving neurotoxic treatment for noncentral nervous system cancers and to investigate the association of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy and balance control. METHODS Sixty-five children and adolescents diagnosed with leukemia, lymphoma, or other solid tumors were tested 3 to 6 months into treatment and 3 and 6 months following treatment using the Bruininks-Oseretsky Balance Subscale and Pediatric Modified Total Neuropathy Scale scores of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN). RESULTS Seventy-eight percent of the participants scored 1 standard deviation or more below population means on the balance subscale while on treatment, and this improved to 53% by 6 months posttreatment, with the leukemia group performing worse at both time points. On-treatment balance scores were moderately associated with motor CIPN, while at 6 months posttreatment they were more closely associated with sensory CIPN. CONCLUSIONS Mild to moderate balance impairments improve but can persist, even when CIPN has improved, 6 months after treatment for childhood cancer.
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Motor skill delays in pre-school children with leukemia one year after treatment: Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation therapy as an important risk factor. PLoS One 2017; 12:e0186787. [PMID: 29065156 PMCID: PMC5655450 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0186787] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2017] [Accepted: 10/06/2017] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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CNS-directed therapies for the treatment of leukemia can adversely affect the acquisition of new skills, such as reading/writing and math. Two years after the end of treatments, children show gross and fine motor skill delays that may persist even when patients are considered healed. The goal of the present study was to assess motor skills difficulties in pre-school children with leukemia one year after treatment. Particular attention has been paid to those patients who had undergone Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (HSCT) and to the relationship between motor delays and age bands. Participants were 60 children (median age of 5; inter quartile range: 3.07–5.76), including 31 females and 29 males, 91.7% of them were affected by acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), and 8.3% by acute myeloid leukemia (AML). Five children had undergone HCST. Parents were interviewed by Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales (VABS) on children’s motor skills and filled in the Italian Temperament Questionnaire (QUIT). VABS’s total scores were converted into equivalent mental age scores (EMA). A score difference of at least three months between current age and equivalent mental age was considered a developmental delay. Non-parametric analyses were run to understand if HSCT treatment and a specific age band influence children’s motor skills. Significant delays were found in global motor skills (56.7%) as well as in fine and gross motor domains. Mann Whitney U tests showed that children with HSCT were reported to have lower gross motor mean ranks (U = 62; p = 0.004; Mean rank = 15.40) than peers without HSCT (Mean rank = 31.87) and lower mean rank values on motor temperament scale (U = 9; p = 0.003; HSCT Mean rank = 4.75 versus no HSCT Mean rank = 27.81). Kruskal Wallis’ tests identified the high risk treatment showing that HSCT experience negatively impacted the motor skills and temperamental motor activity of pre-school children one year after the diagnosis of leukemia.
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Tay CG, Lee VWM, Ong LC, Goh KJ, Ariffin H, Fong CY. Vincristine-induced peripheral neuropathy in survivors of childhood acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. Pediatr Blood Cancer 2017; 64. [PMID: 28139029 DOI: 10.1002/pbc.26471] [Citation(s) in RCA: 68] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2016] [Revised: 12/09/2016] [Accepted: 12/25/2016] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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BACKGROUND Vincristine, an essential component of childhood acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) therapeutic protocols, is associated with dose-dependent neurotoxicity, but its long-term morbidity in treated children has not been clearly elucidated. The aim of this study is to determine the prevalence of vincristine-induced peripheral neuropathy (VIPN) among Malaysian childhood ALL survivors and its impact on motor function and quality of life. PROCEDURE Survivors of childhood ALL aged 4-18 years who had completed chemotherapy for 2 years or more were evaluated for VIPN using both the clinical Total Neuropathy Score (cTNS) and nerve conduction studies. Motor function and quality of life of the survivors were assessed via the Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency Brief Form, Second Edition (BOT-2 Brief Form) and the Paediatric Quality of Life version 4.0 Generic Core Scales (PedsQL4.0) questionnaire, respectively. RESULTS One hundred and one survivors with a duration of follow-up ranging from 2.0 to 10.3 years were recruited. Twenty-seven (26.7%) had abnormal cTNS scores and 69 (68.3%) had electrophysiological evidence of neuropathy. Of these, 16 (15.8%) had combined clinical and electrophysiological neuropathy (VIPN). Those previously treated on the intermediate- or high-risk treatment stratification arms had a higher risk of developing VIPN (67.3 vs. 32.7%; odds ratio [OR]: 9.06, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.14-71.86; P = 0.014). Survivors with VIPN had significantly lower quality of life scores in the physical (P = 0.024) and social domains (P = 0.039) compared with peers without VIPN, but no association with poorer motor function was observed. CONCLUSIONS Sixteen percent of ALL survivors had VIPN. VIPN should be increasingly recognised as a late effect of chemotherapy, as it significantly affects physical and social function quality of life.
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- Chee Geap Tay
- Division of Paediatric Neurology, Department of Paediatrics, University of Malaya, Kuala Lampur, Malaysia
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- Division of Paediatric Neurology, Department of Paediatrics, University of Malaya, Kuala Lampur, Malaysia
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- Division of Paediatric Neurology, Department of Paediatrics, University of Malaya, Kuala Lampur, Malaysia
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- Division of Neurology, Department of Medicine, University of Malaya, Kuala Lampur, Malaysia
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- Division of Paediatric Haematology Oncology, Department of Paediatrics, University of Malaya, Kuala Lampur, Malaysia
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- Division of Paediatric Neurology, Department of Paediatrics, University of Malaya, Kuala Lampur, Malaysia
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Varedi M, McKenna R, Lamberg EM. Balance in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Pediatr Int 2017; 59:293-302. [PMID: 27543960 DOI: 10.1111/ped.13141] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2016] [Revised: 07/22/2016] [Accepted: 08/18/2016] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND Treatment for acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) can affect balance via different mechanisms, including sensory and motor peripheral neuropathy, cognitive impairment, and reduced muscle strength and flexibility. To provide an overview of what is currently known about the effects of cancer treatment on balance in pediatric ALL patients and survivors, and of the predictors of poor balance, a review of the literature was conducted. METHODS Five databases were searched for English-language original research articles on balance during or after treatment for pediatric ALL. RESULTS From a total of nine studies, six identified significant balance problems in children with ALL during or after treatment. The percentage of patients or survivors with impaired balance varied between 27% and 69% during treatment, 7% and 65% a few years after completion of treatment, and 14% and 17% many years after the completion of treatment. Factors associated with impaired balance were higher body mass index; higher intrathecal methotrexate dose; cranial radiation; knee extensor weakness; and impaired cognition. CONCLUSION Although heterogeneity between the studies regarding patient age; age at diagnosis; time since completion of treatment; and methods of quantifying balance make it difficult to reach a single conclusion, the evidence suggests that survivors may experience short- and/or long-term balance difficulties. While there is a need for additional studies to better understand the effects of impaired balance in survivors, clinicians treating both child and adult survivors of ALL need to be aware of these potential risks.
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- Mitra Varedi
- Rehabilitation Research and Movement Performance Laboratory, Stony Brook University, New York, USA
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- Rehabilitation Research and Movement Performance Laboratory, Stony Brook University, New York, USA.,Department of Physical Therapy, School of Health Technology and Management, Stony Brook University, New York, USA
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- Rehabilitation Research and Movement Performance Laboratory, Stony Brook University, New York, USA.,Department of Physical Therapy, School of Health Technology and Management, Stony Brook University, New York, USA
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Hung SH, Rankin A, Virji-Babul N, Pritchard S, Fryer C, Campbell KL. Associating Physical Activity Levels with Motor Performance and Physical Function in Childhood Survivors of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. Physiother Can 2017; 69:57-64. [PMID: 28154445 DOI: 10.3138/ptc.2015-67lhc] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Purpose: This cross-sectional, observational study investigated whether physical activity (PA) levels are associated with motor performance and physical function in children after treatment for acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). Method: Participants aged 8-13 years who had completed treatment for ALL (3-36 months post-treatment) were tested at their oncology long-term follow-up appointment at the British Columbia Children's Hospital. PA level was measured using the Physical Activity Questionnaire for Older Children (PAQ-C). Motor performance was measured using the Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency, Second Edition, Short Form (BOT-2 SF), and physical function was measured using the 6-minute walk test (6MWT). Results: Thirteen children completed testing. PAQ-C scores were not associated with BOT-2 SF or 6MWT performance. Eleven children (85%) performed below the norm for the 6MWT. Children with elevated body mass index had poorer 6MWT but similar PAQ-C scores. Conclusion: PA was not found to be associated with motor performance and physical function. Participants who were overweight or obese had poorer 6MWT performance, which may indicate the need for closer monitoring of post-treatment weight status and physical function in the oncology follow-up setting.
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- Stanley H Hung
- Department of Physical Therapy, University of British Columbia
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- Department of Physical Therapy, University of British Columbia
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Söntgerath R, Eckert K. Impairments of Lower Extremity Muscle Strength and Balance in Childhood Cancer Patients and Survivors: A Systematic Review. Pediatr Hematol Oncol 2016; 32:585-612. [PMID: 26558954 DOI: 10.3109/08880018.2015.1079756] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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This review aims to summarize the evidence for impairments of muscle strength and balance during and after treatment for childhood cancer. Thirty-two articles, identified in scientific databases by means of a structured search for investigations of muscle strength and balance in pediatric cancer patients and survivors, are evaluated. A summary of results is given with respect to matching reporting items to provide a qualitative analysis of the evidence. The majority of the studies reached a level 3 rating according to Oxford Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine (OCEBM) 2011 levels of evidence. Muscle strength and balance seem to be impaired in varying degrees depending on the diagnosis, treatment received, and time elapsed between treatment and evaluation. Drawing specific conclusions from the identified studies is difficult because of heterogeneous study samples and methods of research. Individual targeted exercise therapy programs during treatment and follow-up of childhood cancer could help to prevent and further diminish impairments of muscle strength and balance function among childhood cancer patients and survivors.
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- Regine Söntgerath
- a Institute of Exercise and Public Health, Faculty of Sport Science , University of Leipzig , Leipzig , Germany.,b Department of Pediatric Oncology, Hematology and Hemostaseology , University Hospital Leipzig , Leipzig , Germany
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- a Institute of Exercise and Public Health, Faculty of Sport Science , University of Leipzig , Leipzig , Germany
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Mohrmann C, Armer J, Hayashi RJ. Challenges Evaluating Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy in Childhood Cancer Survivors. J Pediatr Oncol Nurs 2016; 34:106-114. [PMID: 27251891 DOI: 10.1177/1043454216651016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Children treated for cancer are exposed to a variety of chemotherapeutic agents with known toxicity to the peripheral nervous system. The side effect of peripheral neuropathy can cause changes in sensation, function, and even cause pain. Although peripheral neuropathy is recognized by pediatric oncology nurses as an important and significant side effect, measuring neuropathy can be quite complex for clinical care and research efforts. With more children surviving a cancer diagnosis today, this issue is increasingly important for childhood cancer survivors. This article has reviewed existing literature examining peripheral neuropathy in childhood cancer survivors with particular interest paid to measurement tools available and needs for future research. It is important for nurses to choose appropriate measures for clinical care and research methods in order to have an impact on patients experiencing this condition.
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- 2 University of Missouri, Columbia, MO, USA
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- 1 Washington University School of Medicine, Saint Louis, MO, USA
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Sabel M, Sjölund A, Broeren J, Arvidsson D, Saury JM, Blomgren K, Lannering B, Emanuelson I. Active video gaming improves body coordination in survivors of childhood brain tumours. Disabil Rehabil 2016; 38:2073-84. [DOI: 10.3109/09638288.2015.1116619] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Beulertz J, Prokop A, Rustler V, Bloch W, Felsch M, Baumann FT. Effects of a 6-Month, Group-Based, Therapeutic Exercise Program for Childhood Cancer Outpatients on Motor Performance, Level of Activity, and Quality of Life. Pediatr Blood Cancer 2016; 63:127-32. [PMID: 26184456 DOI: 10.1002/pbc.25640] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/18/2015] [Accepted: 05/28/2015] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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BACKGROUND Exercise interventions in pediatric oncology are feasible and safe. However, scarce data are available with regard to the effectiveness of outpatient, group-based exercise interventions. As well, the potential role of exercise to improve motor performance has not been adequately explored despite being a meaningful outcome during childhood with important implications for physical activity behavior. No study has yet demonstrated significant changes in motor performance after an exercise intervention. PROCEDURES This explorative, prospective study was designed to evaluate the effects of a 6-month, group-based, therapeutic exercise program for a mixed childhood cancer population on motor performance, level of activity, and quality of life. After cessation of inpatient medical treatment, childhood cancer outpatients aged 4-17 years exercised once a week during a 6-month period (IG). Comparison groups included childhood cancer outpatients receiving care as usual (CG(1)), as well as healthy peers (matched to IG by age and gender) (CG(2)). RESULTS Overall motor performance, various motor dimensions, activity in sport clubs and school sports, as well as physical and emotional well-being were significantly reduced in the IG at baseline. Significant differences between the IG and CG(1) and/or CG(2) were identified in the change of overall motor performance, single motor dimensions, overall level of activity, and emotional well-being from baseline to post-intervention. CONCLUSIONS The exercise intervention was beneficial in terms of motor performance, level of activity, and emotional well-being. As such, this study provides support for group-based exercise as a potential strategy to improve these outcomes after inpatient medical treatment.
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- Julia Beulertz
- Department of Molecular and Cellular Sport Medicine, Institute of Cardiovascular Research and Sport Medicine, German Sport University Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Municipal Clinics of Cologne, Clinic for Children and Youth Medicine, Pediatric Oncology/Hematology, Childreńs Hospital Amsterdamer Straße, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Molecular and Cellular Sport Medicine, Institute of Cardiovascular Research and Sport Medicine, German Sport University Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Molecular and Cellular Sport Medicine, Institute of Cardiovascular Research and Sport Medicine, German Sport University Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Institute of Medical Statistics, Informatics and Epidemiology (IMSIE), University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Molecular and Cellular Sport Medicine, Institute of Cardiovascular Research and Sport Medicine, German Sport University Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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Hooke MC, Gilchrist L, Foster L, Langevin M, Lee J. Yoga for Children and Adolescents After Completing Cancer Treatment. J Pediatr Oncol Nurs 2015; 33:64-73. [DOI: 10.1177/1043454214563936] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Survivors of childhood cancer may experience persistent symptoms, including fatigue, sleep disturbance, and balance impairment. Yoga is a complementary therapy that improves fatigue, sleep, and quality of life in adult cancer survivors. Using a one group, repeated measures design, we evaluated the feasibility of a yoga program and assessed if cancer survivor participants ages 10 to 17 years (n = 13) had significantly less fatigue and anxiety, and better balance and sleep, after a 6-week yoga intervention compared with a 6-week pre-intervention wait period. Study recruitment was challenging with a 32% enrollment rate; yoga attendance was 90%. None of the scores for anxiety, fatigue, sleep, and balance had significant changes during the wait period. After the 6-week yoga program, children (n = 7) had a significant decrease in anxiety score ( P = .04) while adolescent scores (n = 7) showed a decreasing trend ( P = .10). Scores for fatigue, sleep, and balance remained stable post-intervention. Fatigue and balance scores were below norms for health children/adolescents while sleep and anxiety scores were similar to healthy peers.
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- Mary C. Hooke
- University of Minnesota School of Nursing, Minneapolis, MN, USA
- Children’s Hospital and Clinics of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA
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- Children’s Hospital and Clinics of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA
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- Children’s Hospital and Clinics of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA
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- Children’s Hospital and Clinics of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA
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- University of Minnesota Children’s Hospital, Minneapolis, MN, USA
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