ESPE Abstracts

Backgrounds and objectives: Low bone mass density is an important problem in survivors of childhood cancers. The aim of this study is to determinate the influence of factors on bone mass density (BMD) and the prevalence of abnormal bone turnover.Materials and methods: The evaluation was performed in 67 patients (64.18% boys and 35.82% girls) at least 1 year after therapy of solid tumours, aged 4–27 years (median 12.67). The following parameters were...

Introduction: Lipid disorders are a common complication of anticancer therapy. These disorders may be included in both the metabolic syndrome or also may be associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease. The aim of our study is to evaluate lipid profile in children after anticancer treatment.Materials and methods: Study group consisted of 44 patients (aged 3.25–16 years) with solid tumors, at least one year after cessation of anticancer t...