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Learn about the warning signs of lentigo maligna melanoma. Read about MSK’s particular expertise in diagnosing and treating this rare condition, which often develops on the face.
… Lentigo maligna (LM) and lentigo maligna melanoma (LMM) are types of skin cancer. They begin when the melanocytes in the skin grow out of control and form tumors. Melanocytes are the cells responsible for making melanin, the pigment that determines the color of the skin. LM refers to the early stage
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Obtenga información sobre las señales de advertencia del melanoma lentigo maligno. Lea sobre la experiencia particular de MSK en el diagnóstico y tratamiento de esta rara enfermedad, que a menudo se presenta en la cara.
… El lentigo maligno (LM) y el melanoma lentigo maligno (LMM) son tipos de cáncer de piel. Comienzan cuando los melanocitos de la piel crecen sin control y forman tumores. Los melanocitos son las células encargadas de producir melanina, el pigmento que determina el color de la piel. LM es la fase inicial
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MSK doctors can help you with plasma cell disorders that are related to multiple myeloma.
… MGUS Monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance (MGUS) is a precancerous condition that can turn into multiple myeloma. People have low levels of myeloma cells or m-protein. There are no symptoms of myeloma or organ damage. If you have MGUS, there’s only a slight risk each year it will turn into
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… ComPreSs Knee Replacement A novel method to secure the replacement into the bone. This method promotes strengthening rather than thinning as occurs with other types of knee replacement. A rotating hinge knee joint replacement promotes better function and implant durability. ComPreSs Knee Replacement
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Learn more about salpingo-oophorectomy, the surgical removal of the ovaries and fallopian tubes, and our expertise in helping to prevent and treat ovarian cancer.
… Some women at high risk for ovarian cancer undergo a procedure called salpingo-oophorectomy to remove the ovaries and fallopian tubes as a preventive measure, before ovarian cancer has been diagnosed. At Memorial Sloan Kettering we can perform this procedure on an outpatient basis using a minimally invasive
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Radiation may be effective for some people with soft tissue sarcoma. Learn more about who may benefit from this treatment approach.
… Radiation therapy is a type of cancer treatment that uses high-energy X-rays to destroy sarcoma cells. Doctors usually recommend radiation in combination with surgery to remove a soft tissue sarcoma . Whether you receive radiation therapy before or after surgery depends on the size and location of the
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Get a brief overview of the many different types of salivary gland tumors.
… Which type of salivary gland cancer you have depends on the type of cell where the cancer began. There are many different types of cells in the salivary glands, so there are many different types of salivary gland cancer. When you receive a diagnosis of salivary gland cancer, your doctor will tell you
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… Schroder FH, Hugosson J, Roobol MJ, et al. Prostate-cancer mortality at 11 years of follow-up. N Engl J Med. Mar 15 2012;366(11):981-990. Andriole GL, Crawford ED, Grubb RL, 3rd, et al. Prostate cancer screening in the randomized Prostate, Lung, Colorectal, and Ovarian Cancer Screening Trial: mortality
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Esophageal cancer is often best treated using a combination of chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgery. We can offer therapies for all stages of disease.
… Memorial Sloan Kettering is home to more than 30 doctors and nurses who specialize in caring for people with esophageal cancer. Our experts work together closely to develop your treatment plan, and they meet regularly to discuss new advances. We will develop a comprehensive care plan for you based on
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Our relationship doesn’t end with treatment. Learn more about the exercise programs, integrative medicine, and more available at our Survivorship Center.
… At Memorial Sloan Kettering, we know that even after you’ve finished your cancer treatments, you may still need our help. We’re committed to supporting you in every way we can — physically, emotionally, spiritually, and otherwise — for as long as you need us. We’ve built a program designed for cancer