The influence of antineoplastic treatment on the weight of survivors of childhood cancer.
CONCLUSION: Early identification of groups using accurate anthropometric assessments, interventional treatment, and/or preventative measures and counseling is essential to minimize the adverse effects of treatment. Physical activity and healthy eating to promote weight loss in the whole population should be encouraged.
PMID: 27327565 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Jornal de Pediatria - Category: Pediatrics Authors: Teixeira JF, Maia-Lemos PD, Cypriano MD, Pisani LP Tags: J Pediatr (Rio J) Source Type: research
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