How long will the needs last?

Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia Duration Guidance

Treatment with combination chemotherapy lasts for just over 2 years for girls and just over 3 years for boys. Recovery from the immunosuppressive effects of therapy usually takes 6 months to a year after stopping therapy. If needs related to treatment are identified awards of 3 years for girls and 4 years for boys would be appropriate. Complications such as avascular necrosis, learning difficulties and fits/seizures may cause continuing problems.

For those undergoing PBSCT/stem cell or bone marrow transplant the treatment period is shorter but the treatment is more intensive; recovery after transplant takes from 1-2 years. If needs are identified award duration should coincide with recovery from treatment - 2 year awards are suggested.

All information must be taken into account when considering the duration of care and mobility needs. The duration of care and mobility needs must be based on the particular circumstances of the child.