Childhood Cancer Course

Course Description

This comprehensive course delves into the critical topic of childhood cancer, one of the leading causes of mortality among children and adolescents. The course aims to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to improve the survival rates and quality of life for pediatric cancer patients, particularly in low and middle-income countries where survival rates are significantly lower than in high-income nations.

What students will learn:

• Understanding the initial approach to pediatric cancer patients through key concepts, clinical identification, and comprehensive management of the most common types of cancer.
• Identifying key concepts of childhood cancer, including epidemiology, risk factors, and evaluation principles to establish cancer probability.
• Comprehending the clinical aspects of childhood cancer by identifying signs and symptoms and interpreting paraclinical tests for the most frequent cancer types.
• Exploring the challenges faced by healthcare professionals in oncological emergencies and comprehensive care to improve the quality of life for children and their families.

Pre-requisites:

None specified. This is an introductory-level course conducted in Spanish.

Course Coverage:

• Epidemiological context of childhood cancer
• Risk categorization for each patient
• Principles of clinical evaluation for accurate diagnosis
• Importance of early detection and avoiding treatment delays
• Key elements for clinical suspicion and diagnostic approach
• Comprehensive care to improve patient adherence
• Challenges in providing integral care for children with cancer and their families

Target Audience:

This course is designed for healthcare professionals, medical students, and anyone interested in pediatric oncology, particularly those working in or concerned with improving cancer care in low and middle-income countries.

Real-world Application:

The skills and knowledge gained from this course will enable healthcare professionals to:

1. Improve early detection rates of childhood cancer
2. Enhance diagnostic accuracy through rigorous clinical history and physical examination
3. Implement comprehensive care approaches to increase patient adherence to treatment
4. Address oncological emergencies more effectively
5. Contribute to improving survival rates and quality of life for pediatric cancer patients and their families

Syllabus:

This course offers a unique opportunity to gain crucial insights into pediatric oncology, with a focus on improving outcomes in resource-limited settings. By enrolling, you'll be contributing to the global effort to reduce the disparity in childhood cancer survival rates and enhance the quality of care for young patients and their families.