Variations in non-pharmacological anti-infective measures in childhood leukemia--results of an international survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Standardization in clinical practice may lead to improved outcomes. Unfortunately, little is known about the variability of non-pharmacological anti-infective measures in children with cancer.

Design and methods

A web-based survey assessed institutional recommendations regarding restrictions of social contacts, pets and food and instructions on wearing face masks in public for children with standard- risk acute lymphoblastic leukemia and acute myeloid leukemia during intensive chemotherapy.

Results

A total of 336 institutions in 27 countries responded to the survey (range, 1-76 institutions per country; overall response rate 61%). Most institutions recommend that patients with acute myeloid leukemia avoid indoor public places and daycare, kindergarten and s

SUBMITTER: Lehrnbecher T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3487555 | biostudies-literature | 2012 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature