Pertinent Topics in Pediatric Cancer Rehabilitation: A Review and Update-Pertinent Topics in Pediatric Cancer Rehabilitation: A Review and Update

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In the first presentation by Elaine Tsao, she discusses posterior fossa syndrome, a condition that can occur after cerebellar or fourth ventricle tumor resection. The syndrome is characterized by delayed onset of mutism or reduced speech, emotional instability, motor difficulties, and cognitive dysfunction. Tsao mentions the proposed name and diagnostic criteria for the syndrome, as well as potential treatment options like pharmacologic therapies and neuromodulatory devices.<br /><br />In the second presentation, the video focuses on the management of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy and graft-versus-host disease in pediatric cancer patients. The main strategies for chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy include dose adjustment, stretching braces, foot orthotics, and medications for neuropathic pain. For graft-versus-host disease, interventions such as aerobic activities, stretches, training exercises, massage, and pharmacological options are discussed. The need for further research in developing tests for assessing peripheral neuropathy, investigating treatment interventions, and long-term nutrition management is emphasized.<br /><br />Both presentations highlight the importance of ongoing research in understanding and managing these conditions in pediatric oncology.

Keywords

posterior fossa syndrome

cerebellar tumor resection

mutism

emotional instability

motor difficulties

cognitive dysfunction

pharmacologic therapies

neuromodulatory devices

chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy

graft-versus-host disease

neuropathic pain

pediatric oncology