Diffusion Tensor Imaging and Neurobehavioral Outcome in Children With Brain Tumors Treated With Chemotherapy

Conclusions. Brain injury, decreased QOL, and to a lesser extent, executive functioning deficits appear in CBTS treated with myeloablative chemotherapy and autologous hematopoietic progenitor cell rescue. Early cognitive and psychological assessment and intervention are warranted in this population.

Source: Journal of Pediatric Oncology Nursing - February 1, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Baron Nelson, M., Compton, P., Macey, P. M., Patel, S. K., Jacob, E., ONeil, S., Ogren, J., Finlay, J. L., Harper, R. M. Tags: Research Source Type: research