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hrp0082p2-d3-494 | Endocrine Oncology | ESPE2014

Three Year Experience of a National Interdisciplinary Initiative to Improve Outcomes for Children with Hypothalamic Pituitary Axis Tumours (HPATs) Using Multi-site Videoconferencing for Decision Making on Behalf of the UK HPAT Interest Group

Perelberg Daniel , Morillon Paul , Ederies Ash , Aquilina Kristan , Dorward Neil , Michalski Anton , Hargrave Darren , Chang Yen-Ching , Bozorgi Nillofar , James Samantha , Korbonits Marta , Drake William , Akker Scott , Mallucci Connor , Pizer Barry , Blair Jo , Kamaly Ian , Clayton Peter , Spoudeas Helen

Background: Childhood tumours of the hypothalamic pituitary axis (HPATs) are very rare and hence any single centre experience is limited. Without evidence-based guidance, treatment is individualised on a case basis. Survival rates are high, but at the expense of significant morbidity. Centralised care or wider multi-professional consultation may improve neuroendocrine and visual outcomes.Objective and hypotheses: i) To facilitate multi-professional dialo...

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Three Year Experience of a National Interdisciplinary Initiative to Improve Outcomes for Children with Hypothalamic Pituitary Axis Tumours (HPATs) Using Multi-site Videoconferencing for Decision Making on Behalf of the UK HPAT Interest Group

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