Swiss Childhood Cancer Survivor Study
Swiss Childhood Cancer Survivor Study
We sat down with 12 SCCSS participants to discuss the contents of our questionnaire to gain a better understanding of what topics are important to them and how we can improve our survey to reflect their needs more accurately. Theโฆ
This study aimed to find out how common dental problems are among children and teenagers who survived cancer and whether certain cancer treatments increase this risk. By comparing their dental health with that of their siblings who never had cancer,โฆ
The international PanCareSurFup study aimed to examine whether people who had cancer during childhood are at increased risk of developing colorectal cancer later in life. The goal was to find out whether certain cancer treatments influence this risk, and whetherโฆ
This international study investigated whether women who were treated with certain chemotherapies in childhood have a higher risk of developing breast cancer later in life. The insights gained from this study can be used to detect and treat breast cancerโฆ
Following the German version, the French and English versions of our explanatory videos are now also online. The short clips provide insights into our projects and show what research into the late effects of paediatric cancer is all about –โฆ
New newsletter from the Childhood Cancer Research Group! We are excited to give you fascinating insights into our research! In this edition, you can expect highlights on study results, insights into our ongoing projects, and opportunities to participate as aโฆ
After childhood cancer, late effects such as problems with bones, joints, and muscles can occur and make everyday life more difficult. Examples include osteoporosis (fragile bones), joint pain, or when one leg is shorter than the other. This study aimedโฆ
This study investigated the health problems experienced by people who had Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) in childhood. The health issues of survivors were then compared with those of their siblings. Although LCH is not a cancer, the disease and itsโฆ
Although childhood cancer treatments primarily target cancer cells, they can also damage healthy cells. Because of this, and sometimes also due to a genetic predisposition, survivors have an increased risk of developing another tumor later in life. This international studyโฆ
Are you curious to learn more about our current research projects? We’ve created short videos to give you an insight into our work. These videos cover our overarching health survey of former childhood cancer patients (SCCSS Study), as well asโฆ