Assessing late effects in childhood cancer survivors in Aarau, Switzerland

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

The Young Survivors at Kantonsspital Aarau project focuses on evaluating the prevalence and severity of late effects experienced by survivors of childhood and adolescent cancer. This observational study collects clinical data during regular follow-up visits, starting immediately after treatment completion and continuing longitudinally. By utilizing standardized criteria for severity coding, the study aims to overcome limitations of previous retrospective studies and enhance understanding of long-term outcomes for these survivors. The findings will inform improvements in follow-up care for childhood cancer survivors.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

Group A:

Children and adolescents who:

* have been treated for cancer in the Division of Oncology-Hematology, Department of Pediatrics, at the Kantonsspital Aarau,
* have been diagnosed at age 0-18 years,
* are still in regular follow-up care at the Kantonsspital Aarau,
* have finished cancer treatment and entered follow-up care, and
* signed informed consent

Group B:

Adolescents and adults who:

* fulfill the same inclusion criteria as Group A
* are not in regular follow-up care anymore

Exclusion Criteria:

Childhood Cancer Survivors who:

* are in a palliative situation or
* have not given consent for further use of medical data

Where it's running

• Division of Oncology - Hematology, Department of Pediatrics, Kantonsspital Aarau
  Aarau, Switzerland Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Katrin Scheinemann, MD
• Email: katrin.scheinemann@ksa.ch
• Phone: +41628384909

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.