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There are about 20 different types of tumors that can grow in the pancreas. MSK pancreatic cancer experts explain some of the most common types and how to treat them.

… The pancreas makes enzymes from a type of cell called an exocrine  cell. Most of your pancreas is made up of exocrine cells. A very small part of the pancreas is made of endocrine cells. These cells make hormones, such as insulin. Pancreatic tumors start in either exocrine or endocrine cells. More than

We're innovators in using radiation therapy to treat and cure prostate cancer. Learn more about common treatment approaches at MSK, such as brachytherapy and IMRT.

… Radiation therapy uses high-energy beams or radioactive seeds to kill tumors. The most common types we use for prostate cancer are: Brachytherapy Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) Hypofractionated radiation therapy ( MSK Precise® ) Proton therapy Everyone’s prostate cancer is different. The

Somos innovadores en el uso de la radioterapia para tratar y curar el cáncer de próstata. Obtenga más información sobre los enfoques de tratamiento comunes en MSK, como la braquiterapia y la IMRT.

… La radioterapia utiliza haces de alta energía o semillas radiactivas para destruir los tumores. Los tipos más comunes que usamos para el cáncer de próstata son: Braquirradioterapia Radioterapia de intensidad modulada (IMRT) Radioterapia hipofraccionada ( MSK Precise® ) Terapia de protones El cáncer de

Basal cell carcinoma treatment can include surgical or nonsurgical therapies, and most can be easily done in your doctor’s office. Find out how we can help you.

… MSK’s dermatologic nurses Our dermatologic nurses have extensive experience caring for people with basal cell carcinomas. At Memorial Sloan Kettering, our basal cell carcinoma doctors and experts are able to easily and successfully treat basal cell carcinomas with currently available treatments. It’s

Learn about the different types of liposarcoma and how they are treated.

… Liposarcoma is a type of cancer known as soft tissue sarcoma . It begins in the fatty tissues of the body. There are three basic types of liposarcoma. Knowing the type is important information for doctors to make the best treatment plan. Well-differentiated liposarcoma is the most common form. It grows

There are more than 80 types of soft tissue sarcoma. MSK’s sarcoma experts are world leaders in identifying sarcoma subtypes.

… Soft tissue sarcoma types are determined by the way a sample of cells from the tumor looks under a microscope. A surgeon will obtain the sample during a biopsy or during surgery to remove the tumor. There are more than 80 types of soft tissue sarcoma or sarcoma-like growths. Knowing which type you have

Effective treatment starts with the right diagnosis. Learn more about cervical cancer diagnosis and staging at Memorial Sloan Kettering.

… Many women come to Memorial Sloan Kettering after they have had an abnormal Pap smear that indicates cancerous changes in the cervix during a routine visit to the doctor. When you come to us, our doctors will likely examine the cervix, take a biopsy of cervical tissue, and perform other tests to assess

If you or your loved one has been diagnosed with Merkel cell carcinoma, Memorial Sloan Kettering is ready to help. Find a doctor or clinical trial, and learn about our approach to treatment.

… What is Merkel cell carcinoma? Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a rare skin cancer that is aggressive (grows very fast). It starts in Merkel cells, which are cells in the skin’s top layer. MCC can spread quickly to other parts of the body. It’s hard to treat once it spreads. MCC can be serious. If it’s

Our surgeons have several options to remove pancreatic tumors while also working to kee[ your quality of life. Learn about surgery for pancreatic cancer tumors.

… Surgery for pancreatic cancer is complex. MSK has developed methods that make pancreatic surgery safer for more people. We have among the most experienced   pancreatic cancer surgery teams  in the country. Our surgeons do more than 350 pancreatic cancer operations each year. This volume is among the

Although there are a number of symptoms of multiple myeloma, about 1 out of every 3 people diagnosed with this cancer have no symptoms. Learn more about possible signs.

… One of the common early symptoms of multiple myeloma is bone pain. The disease can affect the bones in your spine and ribs, causing backaches. You may also get shooting pain in your arms or legs caused by a tumor in your spine. Not everyone who has multiple myeloma has symptoms. Most people develop symptoms