The aim of the present article was to analyze national and international scientific production in respect of children with cancer at play in hospital. Queries of the electronic databases and chapters from books were performed in order to select studies published in the period between 2000 and 2010. It was ascertained that the empirical studies had used the qualitative method with a cross-sectional study. The research shows the positive effects of implementing ludic projects, the experiences of children at play and the ability to cope with hospitalization, contributions related to the application of music and the perspectives of companions and the team of health professionals. The benefits of the ludic resources highlighted in the scientific studies provide guidance in helping the child with cancer in the area of pediatric psychology and contribute to the understanding of specific aspects of play in the hospital related to the quality of life and humanization.
Recreation; Child wild cancer; Child hospitalized