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Memorial Sloan Kettering provides comprehensive treatment for squamous cell carcinoma, adenoid cystic carcinoma, and carcinoid tumors.

… Tumors in the trachea and bronchi can block the airway and cause breathing problems. Most of the tumors that form in the trachea and bronchi in adults are cancerous, but a few are noncancerous. Squamous cell carcinoma, which usually arises in the lower part of the trachea, is the most common type of

If your child has been diagnosed with lymphoma, Memorial Sloan Kettering is ready to help. Find a doctor or clinical trial, and learn about our approach to treatment.

… What is Lymphoma? Lymphocytes are white blood cells in the immune system. They fight off infections so we can stay healthy. If these cells grow and multiply uncontrollably, they can form a type of cancer called lymphoma. This information is about lymphoma in children and teenagers. Read more about lymphoma

Learn about the sophisticated radiation therapy options Memorial Sloan Kettering experts can use to treat acoustic neuroma (vestibular schwannoma).

… Radiation therapy can shrink or kill acoustic neuroma (vestibular schwannoma) cells. We may recommend radiation based on your symptoms, the size or shape of your tumor, your age, and other health problems. Radiation may also be recommended if your tumor is in a location that makes it difficult to remove

Cancer of the appendix rarely causes symptoms, making it challenging to diagnose.

… Cancer of the appendix is hard to diagnose in its earliest stages because it has few symptoms. There are no reliable blood or urine tests for diagnosing appendix cancer.  If you are showing signs or symptoms that suggest you may have the disease, your doctor will do a physical examination and take a

Learn how our researchers are finding new ways to treat pediatric leukemias, and search our database of clinical trials at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

… Taking Aim at Pediatric Leukemia Your child’s leukemia treatment will typically start with chemotherapy that is given in three phases: induction, consolidation, and maintenance. Induction therapy takes about four weeks. The goal of induction therapy is to induce remission. That means there are no detectable

For people with cancer of unknown primary, MSK pathologists and medical oncologists are working on better ways to determine the likely primary site of disease.

… At Memorial Sloan Kettering, we are committed to learning how to better diagnose, treat, and support people with cancer of unknown primary. MSK researchers are leading promising new studies to identify therapeutic biomarkers (genetic mutations or other characteristics of a cell that promote tumor growth

The symptoms of myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) are caused by the disease’s effect on the components in the blood.

… Symptoms of myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) may include any of the following: Headache, lightheadedness, shortness of breath, paleness, and fatigue. These result from anemia. Susceptibility to infections, especially in the lungs, throat, sinuses, and skin, as well as mouth or ear infections or periodontal

New melanoma treatments developed at MSK are dramatically improving the outlook for our patients. Read more about our approach and how we can help you.

… If you need melanoma treatment, or are helping a loved one learn about melanoma treatment, you’ve come to the right place. We want to help you understand your treatment options to get the best outcome possible. This information is meant to help prepare you for the decisions that you and your family will

Los nuevos tratamientos para el melanoma desarrollados en MSK están mejorando drásticamente las perspectivas de nuestros pacientes. Lea más sobre nuestro enfoque y cómo podemos ayudarle.

… Si necesita tratamiento para el melanoma o está ayudando a un ser querido a aprender sobre el tratamiento del melanoma, ha venido al lugar correcto. Queremos ayudarle a entender cuáles son sus opciones de tratamiento para obtener el mejor resultado posible. Esta información está destinada a ayudarle

Memorial Sloan Kettering's Pediatric Leukemia and Lymphoma Service specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of children, adolescents, and young adults with any form of leukemia, including acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) and acute myelogenous leukemia (AML).

… Customized Leukemia Treatment for Your Child Your child’s care team will consider the type and subtype of leukemia, genetic testing results, risk of relapse, and your child’s age to customize a plan of treatment that meets their needs. We will explain the treatment to you so you’ll know what to expect