Welcome to the BSPHO

Belgian Society of Paediatric Haematology Oncology

The BSPHO unites the recognized Belgian centres in paediatric haemato-oncology and their professionals to share expertise and knowledge to improve treatment and patient care in childhood cancer

About

BSPHO, our mission

The BSPHO's mission is to improve the care and ensure access to the most effective treatments for children and adolescents with cancer in Belgium.

Childhood cancer

What is childhood cancer?

What are the diagnostic procedures?

What are the types of childhood cancer?

What is the possible treatment?

Clinical Trials

What is a clinical trial?

What are the trial types?

Do I need to participate?

Which trials are open?

Together we are stronger

Survivors

Why is long-term follow-up needed?
Post treatment: The long-term follow-up plan
What to tell your doctor during follow-up visits?
Research and collaboration: Improving the quality of survival

News

Latest news

New Study Open

SIOPE ATRT01: An International Prospective Umbrella Trial for Children with ATRT

December 9, 2024

The SIOPE ATRT01 trial launched in August 2024, aims to improve treatment efficacy and neurocognitive outcomes for children with Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumours (ATRT).

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New Study Open

ML-DS 2018: Trial Investigates CPX-351 for Down Syndrome Patients with Leukemia or MDS

November 29, 2024

The ML-DS 2018 trial aims to improve outcomes for Down syndrome patients with myeloid leukemia (ML) or myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS).

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BSPHO News

Young BSPHO Symposium 2024 – Highlights

November 25, 2024

The Symposium on 22 November featured key insights into novel therapies and new techniques in pediatric oncology. See topics discussed and event photos.

New Study Open

PRINCESS: Preservation of fertility and quality of life in women cured of childhood cancer in Belgium

October 28, 2024

PRINCESS, a multicentre clinical trial open since 9 October 2024 in Belgium, aims to assess fertility and ovarian function in survivors of childhood cancer aged 18 years or older.

Events

Next events

BSPHO Event

BSPHO Scientific Meeting 2025

February 21, 2025 - 04:00 PM 06:30 PM

The 1st BSPHO Scientific Meeting of 2025 will take place in February at the BSPHO office.

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BSPHO Event

BSPHO Clinical Trial Day 2025

June 20, 2025

The Clinical trial Day is an annual closed event for BSPHO members, study coordinators and pharmacists.

Donate

Our Donors

Become a donor of the BSPHO's ‘To Cure and Beyond’ fundraising campaign so that children and young people with cancer can reap the benefits of scientific research.