Assessment of adrenal function in pediatric cancer survivors.

Introduction: Oncological therapy can temporarily or permanently disrupt adrenal gland function. The aim of our study was to assess the function of adrenal glands in cancer survivors and to find the best diagnostic tools for it.

Material And Methods: Sixty patients aged 1.

The Assessment of the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal Axis After Oncological Treatment in Pediatric Patients with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia.

Objective: Oncologic treatment can affect the adrenal glands, which in stressful situations may lead to life threatening adrenal crisis. The aim of the study was to assess adrenal function in pediatric acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) survivors and to identify the best markers for this assessment.

Methods: Forty-three ALL survivors, mean age 8.

The malposition of central venous catheters in children.

Background: Contemporary medical care, especially in the field of pediatrics often requires central venous line (CVC - Central Venous Catheter) implantation for carrying out treatment. Some conditions are treated intravenously for several months, other require long-term venous access due to periodical administration of medications or daily nutritional supplementation.

Material/methods: A total number of 309 CVCs were implanted at Children's University Hospital in Cracow between January 2011 and December 2012 (24 months).