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Obtenga información sobre los tipos de melanoma, entre ellos el melanoma de extensión superficial, el melanoma nodular y otros melanomas menos frecuentes.
… Los tipos de melanoma se basan en la forma en que se ve una muestra de células de un tumor bajo el microscopio. Estas células se recolectan durante una biopsia o cirugía. Determinar el tipo es importante porque puede ayudar a su médico a comprender dónde es probable que crezca el melanoma y con qué rapidez
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Cancer of Unknown Primary Origin
MSK has a team of experts with a vast body of knowledge and expertise in caring for people with cancer of unknown primary.
… Memorial Sloan Kettering brings a vast body of knowledge and expertise to the care of people with cancer of unknown primary. Many recent advances in diagnosing and treating cancers of unknown primary can be attributed to our multidisciplinary team of doctors. Our team of experts consists of medical oncologists
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Explore the many ways that MSK can help you physically, emotionally, spiritually, and otherwise once treatment for liver cancer ends.
… 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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We support you in every way we can during your diagnosis and treatment for esophageal cancer. Learn about the programs we offer to help your mind, body, and spirit.
… VIDEO | 01:52 Learn About MSK's Adult Survivorship Program Dr. Ginger Gardner highlights the expert care people receive after they finish active cancer treatment and move into MSK's Adult Survivorship Program. Video Details At Memorial Sloan Kettering, we know that even after you’ve finished your cancer
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Uterine Sarcomas
There are several types of uterine sarcomas, including leiomyosarcoma and carcinosarcoma. Learn about your options for treatment and care from the specialized team at Memorial Sloan Kettering.
… The uterus, also known as the endometrium, is a hollow organ in the pelvis in which a baby can grow. It is part of the female reproductive system. Cancerous cells that develop in its muscles or supporting tissues are called uterine sarcoma . Uterine sarcomas are rare, making up less than 4 percent of
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Pituitary Gland Tumors & Adenomas
MSK’s clinical trials are aimed at improving care for people with pituitary tumors.
… Clinical trials are research studies that test new treatments to see how well they work. Our Pituitary and Skull Base Tumor Center is leading clinical trials investigating new medical therapies for patients with Cushing’s disease and acromegaly. They are also involved in quality-of-life studies aimed
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Most bile duct cancer (cholangiocarcinoma) is adenocarcinoma. Learn more about this and other types of the disease.
… Illustration of liver, gallbladder, bile ducts and small intestine Most bile duct cancers develop outside the liver. This is called extrahepatic bile duct cancer. About two-thirds of extrahepatic tumors develop in the hilum region, where the left and right hepatic ducts exit the liver and join. Bile
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Though inherited pediatric bone marrow failure syndromes (BMFS) themselves cannot be cured, the failure of bone marrow to produce the required blood cells can be treated and cured, most often with allogeneic stem cell transplantation. Learn more at Memorial Sloan Kettering.
… Bone marrow failure syndromes (BMFS) that young people inherit are rare. They may lead to anemia (low red blood cells), an increased susceptibility to infection due to low white blood cells, or bleeding problems due to low platelets. The genetic mutations associated with these syndromes can affect all
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Learn how we determine if you have liver metastases, the stage of the cancer, and what should happen next.
… To diagnose secondary liver cancer and figure out how far the cancer has spread, your doctors may recommend one or more of the following tests: blood tests imaging tests biopsy We may test your blood for tumor markers . Tumor markers are substances that cancer cells produce, or that your body makes in
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Kidney Cancer (Renal Cell Cancer)
Learn about and meet MSK's kidney cancer doctors, surgeons and other specialists work with you at every step — diagnosis, treatment, recovery, and follow-up — to meet your unique needs.
… The kidney cancer doctors, surgeons, and other specialists at Memorial Sloan Kettering are part of a team that was ranked #1 in the nation for Urology Cancer Care this year by U.S. News & World Report . They provide individual care and personal attention at every step of your diagnosis and treatment.