Childhood cancer survivors show signs of premature aging, study finds
NCT ID NCT02256137
First seen Feb 05, 2026 · Last updated Apr 24, 2026 · Updated 12 times
Summary
This study follows over 1,500 young adult survivors of childhood cancers like leukemia, brain tumors, and Hodgkin lymphoma to see how frailty—a measure of physical weakness and vulnerability—changes over five years. Researchers want to find out if frailty can predict future chronic health problems. The goal is to identify those at highest risk early so doctors can offer lifestyle support to prevent or delay serious health issues.
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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Memphis, Tennessee, 38105, United States
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