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Neuroblastoma Cancer in Children
Learn about MSK's expertise in Neuroblastoma cancer. If your child has been diagnosed with neuroblastoma cancer, the doctors and experts at MSK are ready to help.
… The Most Experienced Childhood Neuroblastoma Program in the Country Hearing that your child has neuroblastoma can be frightening and overwhelming. It can be daunting to think about the treatments your child may need and how the experience will affect your child, your family, and you. The neuroblastoma
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Histiocytosis
MSK has ongoing clinical trials and other histiocytosis research.
… MSK is a major research institution. During your treatment for cancer, your care team may ask if you want to join a clinical trial. What is a clinical trial? Clinical trials are research studies that test new treatments, procedures, or devices to see how well they work. They are an important part of
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We diagnose pediatric leukemias quickly by obtaining a comprehensive history and performing a medical examination. Learn more at Memorial Sloan Kettering.
… The MSK Kids Approach to Diagnosing Leukemia Children and young adults with leukemia have the best chance of beating the disease when they receive an accurate diagnosis and start treatment as soon as possible. At MSK Kids, we use a quick and thorough approach to diagnose the cause of your child’s symptoms
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Memorial Sloan Kettering was among the nation’s first institutions to see people with KS as a result of HIV/AIDS-related disease, and we continue to treat dozens annually.
… At Memorial Sloan Kettering, we are experienced in diagnosing and treating people with Kaposi sarcoma (KS), and were among the nation’s first institutions to treat people with the condition as a result of HIV/AIDS-related disease. Each year we treat dozens of people with KS. While the illness cannot
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Early cervical cancer may not cause any signs or symptoms. Learn about what to look for and when to go see a doctor.
… Cervical cancer presents a special challenge because you may not notice any signs or symptoms, especially early-stage cervical cancer. Because it can stay “hidden,” it’s important to start getting regular cervical cancer screening at age 21, regardless of how old you were when you first had sexual intercourse
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Pediatric Sarcoma
Meet our team of pediatric sarcoma doctors, surgeons, and experts who will develop a treatment plan that makes sense for your child. Learn more at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
… Our Pediatric Sarcoma Service provides care to children, adolescents, and young adults. Our pediatric physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and other specialists work together to maximize your child’s chance of a cure. Our patients see the same team , made up of experts from different areas, during
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Testicular Cancer (Germ Cell Tumors)
Through our clinical trials, you may have access to treatments before they’re available elsewhere. Learn more about what we offer.
… MSK is a major research institution. During your treatment for testicular cancer, your care team may ask if you want to join a clinical trial. What is a clinical trial? Clinical trials are research studies that test new treatments, procedures, or devices to see how well they work. They are an important
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Chemotherapy is a drug, or a combination of drugs, that kills cancer cells, no matter where they are in your body.
… Chemotherapy is a drug, or a combination of drugs, that kills cancer cells, no matter where they are in your body. At Memorial Sloan Kettering we understand how to give you chemotherapy safely and effectively. We’ll work with you to customize a plan of care that fits your unique needs. Chemotherapy for
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MSK’s experts in surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy are among the most experienced in the nation at treating bile duct cancer (cholangiocarcinoma). Learn about our approach to care.
… Surgery, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, radiation, or a combination of these may be used to treat bile duct cancer. Depending on the stage of the disease, your MSK care team will determine the most appropriate treatment plan for you. Surgery Surgery is the preferred treatment for bile duct cancer and
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Mastocytosis happens when too many mast cells build up in the body. Read about how this disorder is diagnosed and its relationship to allergies.
… Mastocytosis happens when too many mast cells build up in the body. Mast cells are a type of white blood cell that play an important role in helping the immune system defend the body from disease. They also respond to allergic reactions, help heal wounds, and defend against infections. Cutaneous mastocytosis