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Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) is a type of aplastic anemia. PNH is a disease of adulthood, but has been described in children as well. Memorial Sloan Kettering investigators have published one of the world’s largest single center studies of pediatric patients with childhood PNH.

… Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) is a type of acquired aplastic anemia . It is caused by a mutation that happens in a bone marrow stem cell. In addition to acquired aplastic anemia, children and young adults with PNH may have other complications. For example, red blood cells may break down and

There are a few treatments for pediatric carcinomas. Treatment can include surgery, chemotherapy, and sometimes hormone therapy, immunotherapy, or radiation therapy.

… Treatment for your child’s tumor depends on a few things, such as the tumor type. We also look at the tumor’s stage. The stage tells us the tumor’s location, if the cancer has spread, and how far it spread. We look at the tumor’s grade, and whether it looks low grade or high grade. Treatment may include

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

MSK is a leading center for Mohs surgery and other dermatologic surgeries. Learn more about our approach to care.

… If you or a loved one has skin cancer that requires Mohs surgery or another dermatologic surgery, you’ve come to the right place. We want to help you understand your options and have the best outcome possible. This information is meant to guide you through your treatment. We want you to be prepared for

Learn about a blood condition called clonal hematopoiesis (CH) and Memorial Sloan Kettering’s CH clinic.

… Clonal hematopoiesis (CH) happens when a cell called a hematopoietic stem cell, which can develop into different types of blood cells, starts making cells with the same genetic mutation. These blood cells have a different genetic pattern than the rest of your blood cells. There are no warning signs of

Obtenga más información sobre una afección sanguínea llamada hematopoyesis clonal (CH) y sobre la clínica de CH del Memorial Sloan Kettering.

… La hematopoyesis clonal (CH) ocurre cuando una célula llamada célula madre hematopoyética, que puede convertirse en diferentes tipos de células sanguíneas, comienza a producir células con la misma mutación genética. Estas células sanguíneas tienen un patrón genético diferente al del resto de las células

The replacement has been lengthened 72.4 mm (2 7/8 in) to keep up with growth in a teenaged boy who was cured of his osteosarcoma. The device was secured in the femur (thighbone) without cement, relying on the boy's own bone to grow into the device

… Expandable Knee Replacement The replacement has been lengthened 72.4 mm (2 7/8 in) to keep up with growth in a teenaged boy who was cured of his osteosarcoma. The device was secured in the femur (thighbone) without cement, relying on the boy’s own bone to grow into the device.

… What the pancreas looks like and its anatomy in your body What the pancreas looks like and its anatomy in your body Most pancreatic cysts are benign (not cancer) and have a low chance of causing harm or symptoms. But some are precancerous, which means they can become  pancreatic cancer . It’s important

Find up-to-date information about testicular cancer (germ cell tumors) and learn about risk factors for developing this disease.

… A testicle, scrotum, and penis. A testicle, scrotum, and penis. Testicles (testes) are located below your penis. They are 2 small, egg-shaped glands that make and store sperm. The loose skin around them is called the scrotum.   Testicles have many special cells. They contain germ cells that make sperm

Surgery is the most common treatment for salivary gland tumors. Get an overview of what you need to know.

… For many people with salivary gland tumors, surgery performed by an expert in head and neck operations is the main treatment. Your surgeon may recommend radiation therapy , drug therapy, or a combination of the two depending on the characteristics and stage of the tumor. Reconstructive surgery, dental