Late Effects of Childhood Cancers
Presented by Scott J. Capozza
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Children treated for cancer experience a myriad of short- and long-term adverse effects that require special attention. Rehabilitation professionals need to recognize these adverse effects and the potential impact on the overall physical development and psychological well-being of children with cancer. This course will educate clinicians on the most common types of cancer in the pediatric population, their associated treatments, and the potential adverse effects of treatment. The impact of these adverse effects on the normal gross motor and psychosocial development of children with cancer will be discussed. Assessment of the impact on the physical development of children with cancer will be reviewed. Finally, rehabilitation interventions to mitigate the short-term, long-term, and late effects of cancer treatment will be reviewed.
Meet your instructor
Scott J. Capozza
Scott Capozza has worked as a physical therapist in a multidisciplinary survivorship clinic as well as an outpatient physical therapist dedicated to oncology rehabilitation. He received a Master of Physical Therapy degree from Ithaca College in 1999. Scott initially worked in pediatric physical therapy, including outpatient…
Chapters & learning objectives
1. Overview of Pediatric Cancers
This chapter will identify the most common types and incidence of cancer seen in the pediatric population. The associated treatments for these cancers will also be reviewed.
2. Functional Impairments in Pediatric Oncology
In this engaging discussion, the potential short- and long-term side effects of oncology treatment in the pediatric population will be described. The negative effects on body structures and overall gross motor development of the child with cancer will be defined. Furthermore, the resultant impact that these side effects have on the physical function and overall well-being of the child will be expanded upon.
3. Assessment and Rehabilitation Strategies in Pediatric Oncology
In this dynamic discussion, rehabilitation strategies that can be utilized to mitigate the short-term effects of oncology treatment in the pediatric population, in both the inpatient and outpatient settings, will be described. This discussion will also elaborate on the surveillance and management of late and long-term side effects of cancer treatment in the pediatric population.
