Body growth faltering and its associated factors Among pediatric cancer patients attended follow- Up at jimma medical center, jimma, ethiopia: a cross- Sectional study

Abstract

Childhood cancer is a fatal illness that significantly impairs physical development, particularly in resource-limited settings like Ethiopia. Body growth faltering, comprising stunting, wasting, and underweight is a critical side effect of both malignancy and intensive treatments, yet local data remains scarce. This study addresses this gap by evaluating the prevalence and risk factors at Jimma Medical Center.