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Clinical Trial
. 2016 May 31;9(2):117-24.
doi: 10.3233/PRM-160372.

Participation in an occupational therapy referral program for children with retinoblastoma

Jessica Sparrow  1 , Rachel Brennan  2 , Shenghua Mao  3 , Kirsten K Ness  4 , Carlos Rodriguez-Galindo  5   6 , Matthew Wilson  7   8 , Ibrahim Qaddoumi  2
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Clinical Trial

Participation in an occupational therapy referral program for children with retinoblastoma

Jessica Sparrow et al. J Pediatr Rehabil Med. .

Abstract

Purpose: Because retinoblastoma typically arises at a very young age, children are particularly vulnerable to vision impairment, associated developmental delays, and functional limitations. Limited information is available describing developmental delay and functional limitations in this population, necessitating supportive services including rehabilitation. The aims of this study were to describe the participation of children with newly diagnosed retinoblastoma in an occupational therapy program that identifies children in need of rehabilitation services. We also identify indications for referral to rehabilitation services among children with newly diagnosed retinoblastoma and enumerate the likelihood of these children receiving the recommended services.

Methods: Twenty-two children participated in longitudinal occupational therapy assessments during the first year after diagnosis.

Results: We recommended 1 or more types of rehabilitation services for 16 of 22 (72.7%) participants. Twelve of 16 (75%) received services.

Conclusions: The results of this pilot study indicate that implementing a prospective occupational therapy-screening program is feasible and results in identification and initiation of therapy services in some children with retinoblastoma. Developmental screenings and follow-up of children with retinoblastoma is strongly recommended.

Keywords: Retinoblastoma; occupational therapy; pediatric rehabilitation; physical therapy; speech therapy.

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Conflict of Interest

None of the authors have any conflicts of interest to declare.

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Infant toddler sensory profile classifications. Parents/guardians completed the tool, which assessed 10 sensory domains. Data from the 18 participants who showed deficits in at least 1 domain are shown. (Colours are visible in the online version of the article; http://dx.doi.org/10.3233/PRM-160372)
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