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There are two main types of mesothelioma, pleural mesothelioma and peritoneal mesothelioma. The type you have depends on which kind of tissue the cancer begins in.

… There are two main types of mesothelioma, pleural mesothelioma and peritoneal mesothelioma. The type you have depends on which kind of tissue the cancer begins in. Pleural Mesothelioma Pleural mesothelioma is the most common type of mesothelioma, accounting for about 75 percent of all cases diagnosed

You can lower your risk for esophageal cancer by maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

… A variety of physical, lifestyle, and environmental factors can make some people more likely to develop esophageal cancer than others. Although there is no sure way to prevent esophageal cancer, there are things you can do to reduce your risk. We recommend keeping these healthy habits. Quit smoking.

There are several known risk factors for breast cancer in men.

… The most common risk factors associated with male breast cancer are age, exposure to higher levels of the hormone estrogen relative to the male hormone androgen, radiation, and a family history of female or male breast cancer. Age Increased age is the most common risk factor for breast cancer in men.

Find in-depth information on what you need to know before having your parotid gland removed.

… For many people with parotid gland tumors, surgery performed by a head and neck surgeon is the main treatment. This operation is called a parotidectomy. The parotid gland consists of two lobes: the superficial lobe and the deep lobe. Surgery to remove a tumor in the superficial lobe is called a superficial

Blood disorders occur when the normal process of blood cell growth and development breaks down. This gives rise to excessive or abnormal cells in the blood or bone marrow. Find a doctor or clinical trial, and learn about our approach to treatment.

… When the normal process of blood cell growth and development breaks down, certain cell types can be produced in abnormally large quantities or in abnormal form. This gives rise to blood cancers or other blood disorders. The most common blood cancers include leukemias , lymphomas , and multiple myeloma

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center offers comprehensive treatment for many respiratory conditions, including tracheal tumors, tracheal stenosis, and tracheobronchomalacia. Learn about our expertise and approach to treatment.

… The trachea (windpipe) is the airway that extends downward from the larynx (voice box) and branches into two airways that lead to the lungs, called the left and right bronchi. Each bronchi divides into smaller tubes in a pattern that resembles an upside-down tree, with the trachea as the tree trunk.

Meet MSK's team of soft tissue sarcoma doctors, surgeons, radiation oncologists, and other specialists who provide comprehensive, personalized care for people with soft tissue sarcoma.

… Memorial Sloan Kettering is home to a team of compassionate doctors and other experts from different areas who specialize in treating soft tissue sarcoma. This includes surgeons, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, pathologists, radiologists, and highly trained nurses. All of the healthcare professionals

Find out how we classify the many types of lymphoma, including Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

… There are more than 70 different types of lymphoma. They range from indolent (slow growing) to highly aggressive. Lymphomas are categorized into two broad groups: non-Hodgkin lymphoma and Hodgkin lymphoma. Both types can occur in either children or adults. Most lymphomas arise from the two main types

Experts on our multidisciplinary pediatric leukemia expert team collaborate to maximize your child's chance of a cure. Learn more at Memorial Sloan Kettering.

… Our multidisciplinary Pediatric Leukemia Service provides comprehensive care to children, adolescents, and young adults diagnosed with many types of leukemia. Our pediatric physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and other specialists collaborate to maximize your child’s chance of a cure. Our patients

Clinical trials evaluate the safety and effectiveness of new ways to diagnose and treat kidney cancer. Your treatment team can help you decide if a trial is right for you.

… Clinical trials are research studies that test new ways to treat your cancer. They test new treatments, procedures, or devices to see how well they work and whether they might be even more effective than the many standard strategies we already have established to treat kidney cancers. Clinical trials