Long-Term Health Outcomes and Quality of Life in Survivors of Childhood Cancer

Dear Colleagues,

Childhood cancer is a leading cause of pediatric mortality worldwide, with its importance stemming from its impact on both the affected children and their families. Although the incidence of childhood cancer has risen in recent years, the number of survivors has also increased with the advent of novel research techniques and treatment approaches. The main problem facing these patients is not only overcoming the disease, but also managing the post-illness recovery process, since there are many factors that influence total recovery. The systematic use of treatment protocols has improved childhood cancer cure rates, with a survival rate of about 85%. The protocols used are multicentric and based those that have previously demonstrated utility; however, it is necessary to assess their toxicity and benefits. The main objective of treatment must be total recovery with the fewest possible adverse effects.

The motivation behind this Special Issue is to describe various methods and treatments that can be used to assess the best quality of life for childhood cancer survivors. Topics of interest include nutrition, the environment, pollutants, chemotherapy, and air and water purification, among others.

This Special Issue welcomes reviews as well as original research articles, which should be submitted by 30 August 2026.

Dr. Esteban Orenes-Piñero
Guest Editor

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