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If your child has been diagnosed with leukemia, Memorial Sloan Kettering is ready to help. Get answers to your questions, and learn about our approach to treatment.

… Leukemia is the most common type of cancer in children. About 30 percent of all cancers that affect children and young adults are leukemia. It is most commonly diagnosed between ages 2 and 10. Leukemia begins in tissues that produce blood cells. The good news is that about 90 percent of children diagnosed

Most people with multiple myeloma do not have clearly identifiable risk factors, but it may be more common in people who are exposed to certain chemicals. Learn more about your risks.

… The causes and risk factors for multiple myeloma are not really clear. We know that it’s rare for more than one person in a family to get it. People related by blood have a slightly higher risk of getting a condition that’s similar to multiple myeloma. Facts about multiple myeloma It’s more common in

… Interventional radiology uses imaging to see inside the body, along with minimally invasive procedures to diagnose and treat cancer. Interventional radiology also may be used to relieve symptoms. Doctors use tools such as catheters (thin tubes) and needles to destroy tumors. Types of Interventional Radiology

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At Memorial Sloan Kettering, a multidisciplinary team of experts works together to confirm your diagnosis and determine the best treatment approach for you.

… Our multidisciplinary team of uterine cancer doctors and other experts includes specialists in oncology, gynecology, radiology, urology, and surgery. We use sophisticated imaging and laboratory tests to confirm your diagnosis and identify the characteristics of the tumor — and will then work together

To properly treat desmoplastic small round cell tumors, a correct diagnosis is crucial. Learn more about how our team of doctors can help at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

… An accurate diagnosis is essential to ensure that your child gets the most-effective therapy. Desmoplastic small round cell tumors (DSRCTs) are so rare that many doctors overlook them. Some people come to MSK thinking they have one type of cancer, but they learn through our precision testing that they

The most common type of stomach cancer (gastric cancer) is called adenocarcinoma. Learn more about the different types and how Memorial Sloan Kettering gastric cancer experts can help.

… Request an Appointment Call 800-525-2225 We’re available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Make an appointment What is stomach cancer? Stomach cancer is also known as gastric cancer. It starts when the cells in the lining of the stomach grow and divide in an abnormal and uncontrolled way. Over time, the

Most children with neuroblastoma need surgery as part of their treatment. MSK Kids surgeons in New York City work as part of a team and are leaders in neuroblastoma care.

… Most children with neuroblastoma need surgery as part of their treatment . MSK Kids surgeons in New York City work as part of a team and are leaders in neuroblastoma care. If your child has neuroblastoma, we offer world-class care at MSK Kids. Our experts aim to give each child the best treatment with

Acoustic neuroma — also called vestibular schwannoma — is a type of noncancerous tumor within the skull. It can cause problems with movement, balance, and hearing. Memorial Sloan Kettering experts can help diagnose and treat this condition.

… Acoustic neuroma, also called vestibular schwannoma, is a type of benign (noncancerous) tumor. It starts in the cells that wrap around the hearing and balance nerve that connects your ear to your brain. Most acoustic neuromas grow very slowly. As this happens, the tumor begins to press on nearby nerves

Learn the symptoms and risk factors for desmoplastic small round cell tumors (DSRCT), plus how they develop at Memorial Sloan Kettering.

… What are desmoplastic small round cell tumors? Desmoplastic small round cell tumors (DSRCTs, sometimes also referred to as small blue round cell tumor) are a type of sarcoma that usually develops in the belly or pelvis. They are most often found in white teenagers and young men between age 10 and 30.