Collecting data on childhood cancer patients

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

This protocol aims to centralize the collection of long-term follow-up data on patients treated for childhood cancer at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. It focuses on monitoring late treatment effects and outcomes for both current and former patients. By establishing a coordinated approach to data collection, the study seeks to enhance communication regarding late toxicities and improve preventive care for survivors. Data will be gathered from clinical encounters and follow-up forms provided by patients or their families.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* All St Jude patients actively being followed or treated for childhood cancer

Exclusion Criteria:

* St. Jude consult only patients
* St. Jude patients permanently discharged from care and follow-up Permanently discharged patients include patients who have electively transferred their oncologic care to another institution, those who are noncompliant with recommended follow-up or those leaving the institution against medical advice.
* Patients referred to St. Jude for limited care on phase 1 protocol.

Where it's running

• St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
  Memphis, Tennessee, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Melissa M Hudson, MD — St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
• Study coordinator: Melissa M Hudson, MD
• Email: referralinfo@stjude.org
• Phone: 888-226-4343

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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.