Delayed Intensification (DI) is the fourth treatment phase for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (A.L.L.), lasting 56 days, baring any holds.
This is based on the COG9032 standard of care as adopted by the international body, Children’s Oncology Group (COG) that our son followed from Jan 2019- November 2020.
Your child’s treatment plan will be different, so please consult your team for specific information.
Blog posts specific to Delayed Intensification (DI):
Integrative Choices: Nutrition
There are a million and one different ways to help support your child’s body while experiencing Leukemia. Ranging from fleeing to Mexico and finding a holistic cancer clinic to indulging on hospital cafeteria milkshakes at every appointment, the choices are…
Keep readingDelayed Intensification- a technical review
Delayed Intensification is 56 days. It is the fourth phase of frontline treatment. Frontline is the initial portion of the 2-3 year treatment for acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Days Spent Inpatient: NONE! Thankfully. Medical details: 2 intrathecal chemo doses via lumbar…
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The Heavy Wait 