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Appendix C: Selected Resources
Pages 495-498

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... The initial series of manuscripts was generated by an international cohort of leading pediatric cancer experts in order to provide recommendations for screening surveillance of childhood cancer predisposition syndromes in an effort to facilitate early detection and treatment of pediatric cancers. American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
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From page 496...
... https://www.childrensoncologygroup.org The COG is an international clinical trials group devoted exclusively to childhood and adolescent cancer research. COG clinical trials include front-line treatment for many types of childhood cancers; studies aimed at determining the underlying biology of these diseases; and trials involving new and emerging treatments, supportive care, and survivorship.
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From page 497...
... population.… SEER coverage includes 31.9 percent of Whites, 30.0 percent of African Americans, 44.0 percent of Hispanics, 49.3 percent of American Indians and Alaska Natives, 57.5 percent of Asians, and 68.5 percent of Hawaiian/ Pacific Islanders." "The SEER Program registries routinely collect data on patient demographics, primary tumor site, tumor morphology and stage at diagnosis, first course of treatment, and follow-up for vital status. The SEER Program is the only comprehensive source of population-based information in the United States that includes stage of cancer at the time of diagnosis and patient survival data.
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... The Pediatric Treatment Editorial Board -- one of six PDQ editorial boards comprised of experts in cancer-related specialties -- reviews published research findings on a monthly basis and meets seven times per year to review and update information in the summaries. Pediatric Oncology Series, G
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