Fertility Preservation in Pediatric Subspecialties: A Pilot Needs Assessment Beyond Oncology.

Vakeesan, Branavan; Weidman, Danielle R; Maloney, Anne Marie; Allen, Lisa; Lorenzo, Armando J; Gupta, Abha A · J Pediatr · 2018

cross_sectional · Level IV

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Abstract

Physicians from 6 non-oncology pediatric subspecialties were surveyed about fertility preservation (FP) to assess education/service needs. Almost all (96%; 25 of 26) reported having patients at risk of infertility; however, only 58% (15 of 26) had discussed FP with patients' families. Most subspecialists (92%; 23 of 25) would like access to an FP program. Our data support exploring the expansion of FP programs beyond oncology.

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