What are the long-term effects of treatment on survivors of childhood leukaemia? : a review of the literature

Key advances in cancer treatment have led to an increasing number of long-term cancer survivors. Knowledge of the long-term effects of cancer treatment of leukaemia survivors is to some degree limited. This article investigates the effects of the treatment of childhood leukaemia on the quality of life, physical and psychological wellbeing and general development of survivors. This article reviews current literature to examine existing gaps in knowledge and identify a potential focus of future research and clinical practice.