Commentary - Social Determinants of Health Influence on Survival in Wilms Tumor, Neuroblastoma, and Hepatoblastoma
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This commentary examines how socioeconomic status and race affect survival in children with three major pediatric cancers: Wilms tumor, neuroblastoma, and hepatoblastoma. Using National Cancer Database data, the analysis reveals significant SES-related survival disparities, particularly in Wilms tumor and neuroblastoma, highlighting critical equity gaps in pediatric cancer care.
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- Socioeconomic status significantly impacts survival in Wilms tumor and neuroblastoma, independent of clinical factors.
- Lower SES correlates with worse outcomes in pediatric solid tumors, highlighting healthcare access disparities.
- Race and SES interact to influence survival, with compounded effects in disadvantaged populations.
- NCDB analysis reveals systemic inequities in pediatric oncology outcomes across different tumor types.
- Addressing social determinants of health is critical for improving survival equity in childhood cancers.
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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. Commentary - Social Determinants of Health Influence on Survival in Wilms Tumor, Neuroblastoma, and Hepatoblastoma. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2025-02-08. https://dev.library.globalcastmd.com/article/9768?via_space=staycurrentmd
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