Outcome of children treated for cancer in Tawam Hospital, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates

The Paediatric Oncology Unit in Tawam Hospital was established in 1983 as the United Arab Emirates [UAE] referral center for childhood cancer. The activity, scope and success of the unit have increased over the years. To review the types of cancer seen and relative frequency, patient demographics, and the success rate for children treated here compared to other centres. A survey was undertaken of all cases of paediatric cancer during the 7-year period from January 1995 to December 2001