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Central Nervous System (CNS) Lymphoma
If you or your loved one has been diagnosed with central nervous system (CNS) lymphoma, Memorial Sloan Kettering is ready to help. Learn more about how we treat this rare cancer.
… Central nervous system (CNS) lymphoma is a form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma , a cancer that starts in white blood cells. There are two types of CNS lymphoma: Primary CNS lymphoma is usually confined to areas of the nervous system. These include the eyes, brain, spine, and cerebrospinal fluid (the liquid
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Learn about signs of liver cancer that has spread to the organ from another part of the body.
… It can be hard to recognize symptoms and signs that cancer has spread to your liver. Many people don’t notice anything unusual to indicate that they’ve developed liver metastases. Some say they feel some abdominal discomfort or pain. You may also have one or more of the following signs or symptoms: an
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Pancreatic Cancer
Our pancreatic cancer team has some of the nation’s leading experts and researchers. Learn how we diagnose and treat pancreatic cancer at MSK.
… This guide from Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK) can help answer your questions about pancreatic cancer. It’s based on MSK’s strong expertise in treating pancreatic cancer and our credentials as a National Pancreas Foundation Center of Excellence . You may have just learned you have pancreatic cancer
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A biopsy and your associated Gleason score can provide critical information about possible cancerous changes in your prostate tissue. Find out what’s involved.
… A biopsy can be the next step when there are changes in the prostate cancer. During this procedure, we collect small pieces of tissue from your prostate. A urologist removes tissue samples from the prostate using thin needles. Most prostate biopsies at MSK are done on an outpatient basis. You will come
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Una biopsia y la puntuación de Gleason asociada pueden brindar información crítica sobre posibles cambios cancerosos en el tejido de la próstata. Descubra de qué se trata.
… Una biopsia puede ser el siguiente paso a seguir si hay cambios en el cáncer de próstata. Durante este procedimiento, se recolectan pequeñas muestras de tejido de la próstata. Un urólogo extrae muestras de tejido de la próstata con agujas delgadas. La mayoría de las biopsias de próstata realizadas en
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At Memorial Sloan Kettering, doctors are investigating a new technique to view the blood vessels that feed cancers of the liver and pancreas. Computed tomographic (CT) angiography, an imaging technique frequently indicated for vascular disease, may also provide clear views of the vessels that feed hepatobiliary tumors.
… At Memorial Sloan Kettering, doctors are investigating a new technique to view the blood vessels that feed cancers of the liver. Computed tomographic (CT) angiography, an imaging technique frequently indicated for vascular disease, may also provide clear views of the vessels that feed hepatobiliary tumors
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We understand that even after treatment for basal cell carcinoma, you may still need our help. Learn about our services for basal cell carcinoma survivors.
… 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
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MSK doctors use minimally invasive procedures to ease pain and discomfort for people with gallbladder cancer who can’t have surgery.
… Many people are not candidates for surgery by the time gallbladder cancer is diagnosed. However, minimally invasive, image-guided procedures can help improve quality of life by allowing bile to drain out of the gallbladder or a bile duct that is blocked by a tumor. Our surgeons, gastroenterologists,
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Learn more about pediatric immunodeficiencies and treatment options available at Memorial Sloan Kettering Kids.
… If your child’s doctor talked with you about pediatric immunodeficiencies or primary immune deficiencies, MSK Kids has helpful information about these disorders. We understand that this may be a scary diagnosis for your child and family. You may have to make some difficult decisions. We offer information
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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