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How do you screen (imaging, modality) for bone density changes following oncologic treatment in childhood cancer survivors?
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Pediatric Hematology/Oncology · Northwell Health
Certain survivors of childhood cancer are at risk for reduced bone mineral density, especially those exposed to extensive corticosteroids or radiation, hypogonadism, growth hormone deficiency, and those who have had reduced weight-bearing/mobility for an extended period of time. It is important to s...