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

BSPHO News

BSPHO Clinical Trial Day 2025: Highlights

June 25, 2025

The BSPHO Clinical Trial Day 2025 was held on 20 June at the Park Inn Hotel in Leuven. Read the event highlights.

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Partners' News

Incoming SIOP GHN Vice Chair - Dr. Jaques van Heerden

April 30, 2025

Dr. Jaques van Heerden was elected the SIOP GHN Vice Chair, recognising his impactful work in global paediatric oncology.

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Publications

New Report on Cancer in Adolescents and Young Adults in Belgium

March 9, 2025

New publication by Belgian Cancer Registry: “Cancer in Adolescents and Young Adults – Belgium 2004-2022” released, highlighting key insights.

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New Study Open

CHIP-AML22: clinical trial for newly diagnosed pediatric de novo AML patients

March 4, 2025

A new trial launched in Belgium for pediatric AML patients, integrating Europe’s frontline treatment approach.

Events

Next events

BSPHO Event

2nd BSPHO Scientific Meeting 2025

October 3, 2025 - 04:00 PM 06:30 PM

The 2nd BSPHO Scientific Meeting of 2025 will take place in October at the BSPHO office.

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BSPHO Event

BSPHO Symposium 2025

November 28, 2025 - 12:30 PM 05:30 PM

Save the date for the BSPHO 2025 Symposium on Supportive Care in Paediatric Haemato-Oncology!

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Meeting

BSPHO Psychologists Meeting

November 28, 2025 - 09:00 AM 12:30 PM

Join us at the BSPHO Psychologists Meeting on November 28, dedicated to pediatric oncology psychology.

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Meeting

BSPHO Study Coordinator Meeting

November 28, 2025 - 09:00 AM 12:30 PM

Join the 5th National BSPHO Study Coordinator Meeting on 28 November, 9:00–12:30, at Provinciehuis Leuven.

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.