Member May: Steroid Myopathy and Muscle Wasting in Pediatric and Adult Cancer Patients (1.25 CME)-Steroid Myopathy and Muscle Wasting in Pediatric and Adult Cancer Patients

Steroid Myopathy and Muscle Wasting in Pediatric and Adult Cancer Patients

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Video Summary

The speakers discussed steroid myopathy and muscle wasting in pediatric and adult cancer patients, highlighting the need for more understanding and research in these areas. They emphasized the importance of exercise therapy and medication treatment in managing these conditions. The speakers also discussed the challenges of diagnosing and treating cachexia in cancer patients, and the need for an interdisciplinary approach to address the complex factors involved. They outlined the ASCO guidelines for managing cachexia and highlighted the limited options for medication treatment. The speakers emphasized the importance of following up with patients and addressing their specific needs, such as bone health and caregiver distress. They also discussed the future research directions for studying these conditions and improving patient outcomes. Overall, the speakers provided valuable insights into the management of steroid myopathy and cachexia in cancer patients and the need for further research in these areas.

Keywords

steroid myopathy

muscle wasting

pediatric cancer

exercise therapy

medication treatment

cachexia

diagnosing cachexia

ASCO guidelines

medication options

bone health

interdisciplinary approach