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Review
. 2018 Nov;65(11):e27297.
doi: 10.1002/pbc.27297. Epub 2018 Jul 3.

Oncofertility-An emerging discipline rather than a special consideration

Antoinette Anazodo  1   2   3 , Lauren Ataman-Millhouse  4 , Yasmin Jayasinghe  5   6 , Teresa K Woodruff  4
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Review

Oncofertility-An emerging discipline rather than a special consideration

Antoinette Anazodo et al. Pediatr Blood Cancer. 2018 Nov.

Abstract

Originally absent from the oncologist's consult, then placed in a 'quality of life' rubric, oncofertility should now be an essential part of a comprehensive cancer treatment plan in patients of reproductive age, including adolescents and young adults (AYAs). Oncofertility encompasses the endocrine health of the patient, as well as fertility management options. Thus, pubertal transitions in males and females, bone health, and menstrual health are all part of this discipline, enabling practitioners to work in interdisciplinary teams to solve problems in reproductive health. This review provides a summary of the essential considerations required for the assessement of reproductive risk and choice of fertility preservation options as well as considerations for developing oncofertility services for AYAs.

Keywords: competency frameworks; fertility preservation; gonadotoxicity; implementation; oncofertility; oncofertility model of care.

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Conflict of Interest Statement

The authors have no conflicts of interest to disclose.

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Considerations for Oncofertility Care in Female Patients at Diagnosis and Following Treatment
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Considerations for Oncofertility Care in Male Cancer Patients at Diagnosis and Post Treatment
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