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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

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

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

… 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

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

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

Learn about the different types of glioma.

… What are the types of gliomas? The type of glioma is based on the kind of cells where they first start to grow.  Astrocytoma  (AS-troh-sy-TOH-muh) tumors start in the glial cells called astrocytes. The most aggressive astrocytoma is a glioblastoma. Other names for glioblastoma are GBM or glioblastoma

Learn how we treat Wilms’ tumor at MSK Kids.

… Thanks to great strides that have been made in Wilms’ tumor treatment, today nearly 9 out of 10 children with Wilms’ tumor can be cured. MSK Kids most often treats Wilms’ tumor first with surgery to remove the affected kidney, then with chemotherapy and often radiation. The best treatment for your child

Discover how we at MSK develop a customized treatment plan for your child's brain and spinal tumor that gives them the best chances of success.

… At MSK Kids, we offer treatments for every type of brain and spinal cord tumor. Our team of experts works with your family to create a personalized care plan. Your child’s specialized pediatric care team includes neuro-oncologists, neurosurgeons, neurologists, radiation oncologists, neuroradiologists

… Targeted therapies are part of newer treatments called precision medicine. Targeted therapies only target cancer cells and are tailored to the exact kind of tumor you have. Many older cancer treatments kill cancer cells, but also healthy cells. These treatments work very well but have side effects and