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Measuring body composition in childhood cancer

This study will check muscle mass, physical function, and cancer-related aging in children and young adults (8-21 years old) undergoing cancer treatment. In this study, we want to learn how muscle and physical function (strength, mobility, endurance) change in children and young adults who undergoing cancer treatment and how to measure these changes.

Age & Gender

  • 8 years ~ 21 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive

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Location

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United States (Nationwide)

Additional Study Information

Principal Investigator

Andrew Smitherman
LCCC - Clinical Trials

Study Type

Clinical or Medical
Interventional

Study Topics

Cancer (Pediatric Cancers)

IRB Number

22-2998

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