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  • Stomach (Gastric) Cancer Prediction Tools

    Use our online nomogram to calculate prognosis after surgery for gastric carcinoma. Results can help physicians and patients make important treatment decisions.

    … Our  gastric carcinoma nomogram  is an online tool. It can help patients and their doctors predict the results of your surgery for gastric cancer. This nomogram should only be used for people who had complete resection surgery. This surgery removes all tissue that has cancer. This tool can predict the

  • Living Beyond Bile Duct Cancer (Cholangiocarcinoma)

    Explore the many ways that MSK can help you physically, emotionally, spiritually, and otherwise once treatment for bile duct cancer (cholangiocarcinoma) ends.

    … At Memorial Sloan Kettering, we know that even after you’ve finished bile duct 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

  • TSH-Secreting Pituitary Adenomas (Thyrotropinomas)

    Learn about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of thyrotropinomas, rare pituitary tumors that cause the thyroid gland to become overactive.

    … Thyrotropinomas are pituitary adenomas that occur in the thyrotropic cells of the pituitary gland and secrete thyroid-stimulating hormone, or TSH. TSH, in turn, triggers the thyroid gland to become overly active and produce too much thyroid hormone, a condition known as hyperthyroidism. A TSH-producing

  • Symptoms of Liver Metastases (Secondary Liver Cancer)

    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

  • Diagnosing Lymphoma in Children

    Our experts diagnose pediatric lymphomas by removing a portion of the tumor and examining it under a microscope. Learn more at Memorial Sloan Kettering.

    … How is lymphoma diagnosed? The most-effective treatment starts with an accurate diagnosis. And the sooner treatment starts, the better chance your child will have of beating cancer. At MSK Kids, we have an efficient and thorough approach to diagnosing lymphoma. First, your child will have a biopsy. For

  • Surgery for Ovarian Cancer

    Surgery is the cornerstone of ovarian cancer treatment. Find out how our specialized surgeons are working to achieve better outcomes for their patients.

    … MSK surgeon, Oliver Zivanovic, speaking with a female colleague dressed in their scrubs. Surgeon Oliver Zivanovic has particular expertise in performing surgery to treat women with advanced ovarian cancer. Surgery is the main treatment for ovarian, fallopian tube, and peritoneal cancer at Memorial Sloan

  • Treatment for Advanced Thyroid Cancer

    Explore how MSK doctors can help if thyroid cancer gets advanced or comes back after being treated.

    … Sometimes, thyroid cancer becomes advanced or recurs (comes back) after being treated. It usually returns in the lymph nodes in the neck. Most of these types of tumors grow slowly, and some don’t grow at all. Our specialists take care of many patients in this situation. We’re experienced in finding the

  • Treatment for Adrenal Tumors

    Treatment for an adrenal tumor depends on the type of tumor and where it is located. Our doctors are dedicated to making sure you get the best care possible.

    … When you come to us for adrenal tumor treatment, you are coming to a cancer center ranked #1 in the nation for Urology Cancer Care this year by U.S. News & World Report . Here at MSK, you will have a team of experts caring for you. Experts from endocrinology, nuclear medicine, surgery, medical oncology

  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

    Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can increase the risk of esophageal cancer. Learn more about symptoms, screening, and treatment for GERD.

    … Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic condition that involves a backflow of stomach contents into the esophagus. This can happen when the sphincter muscle that separates the esophagus from the stomach does not function properly, or when pressure within the stomach is greater than that exerted

  • Thyroid Cancer Risk Factors

    Learn about the risk factors for developing thyroid cancer.

    … A risk factor for thyroid cancer is a condition, behavior, or other part of your life that increases the likelihood of developing the disease. It’s important to understand what risk factors you have for developing thyroid cancer so that your doctors can decide which treatment approach will be most effective