Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Oncology, Version 2.2024, NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology

J Natl Compr Canc Netw. 2023 Aug;21(8):851-880. doi: 10.6004/jnccn.2023.0040.

Abstract

This selection from the NCCN Guidelines for Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Oncology focuses on considerations for the comprehensive care of AYA patients with cancer. Compared with older adults with cancer, AYA patients have unique needs regarding treatment, fertility counseling, psychosocial and behavioral issues, and supportive care services. The complete version of the NCCN Guidelines for Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Oncology addresses additional aspects of caring for AYA patients, including risk factors, screening, diagnosis, and survivorship.

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Aged
  • Counseling
  • Humans
  • Medical Oncology*
  • Neoplasms* / diagnosis
  • Neoplasms* / psychology
  • Neoplasms* / therapy
  • Risk Factors
  • Survivorship
  • Young Adult