2022
DOI: 10.1002/pbc.30052
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The evolution of fertility preservation care models in a large pediatric cancer and blood disorders center

Abstract: Background: Children and adolescents who receive gonadotoxic treatments are at risk for future infertility. While there is a growing focus on integrating fertility preservation (FP) within pediatric cancer and blood disorder centers, wide variations in care models and methods exist across institutions. The purpose of this work is to describe the evolution of FP care models within a large pediatric hematology/oncology center. Methods: Models of care and associated timeframes are described, including a pre-FP pr… Show more

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“…The most common reason for not having completed fertility testing was that survivors ‘did not think of it.’ This may partially be due to their still rather young age (≤ 26 years) and not yet desiring to have children. However, considering the level of interest in testing, clinical programs should raise awareness of fertility testing options and incorporate counseling and referrals for interested survivors [ 35 , 36 ]. The cost of fertility testing may also be a barrier for some young adult cancer survivors, which varies between countries, and should be discussed during fertility-related counseling.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…The most common reason for not having completed fertility testing was that survivors ‘did not think of it.’ This may partially be due to their still rather young age (≤ 26 years) and not yet desiring to have children. However, considering the level of interest in testing, clinical programs should raise awareness of fertility testing options and incorporate counseling and referrals for interested survivors [ 35 , 36 ]. The cost of fertility testing may also be a barrier for some young adult cancer survivors, which varies between countries, and should be discussed during fertility-related counseling.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%