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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
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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
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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
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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
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Kidney Cancer (Renal Cell Cancer)
Learn about kidney cancer (renal cell cancer), and how Memorial Sloan Kettering specialists can help in diagnosing and treating this disease.
… About Kidney Cancer Primary kidney cancer is a malignant (cancerous) tumor that starts in your kidneys. Kidney cancer is the 8th most common cancer in the United States. Nearly 75,000 people are diagnosed with this disease each year. Most kidney tumors are found by chance after you have imaging of the
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We offer a variety of support services to help people with metastatic brain tumors.
… After recovery from brain tumor treatment, it can be hard to get back to your normal life. The experts at MSK’s Adult Survivorship Program are here to help as you explore your next steps. We offer services and support to help you and your loved ones prepare for life after treatment. Rehabilitation
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Gallbladder Cancer
Our gallbladder cancer doctors, specialized nurses, and other healthcare professionals provide compassionate, innovative care. Each one is an expert in the disease.
… At Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, patients with gallbladder and bile duct cancer are treated by a multidisciplinary team of doctors who specialize in treating these cancers. Our gallbladder cancer team includes surgeons, gastroenterologists, radiologists, interventional radiologists, pathologists
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Learn about the warning signs of and treatment options for superficial spreading melanoma, the most common type of skin melanoma.
… Superficial spreading melanoma is a type of skin cancer. It begins when the melanocytes in the skin grow out of control and form tumors. Melanocytes are the cells responsible for making melanin, the pigment that determines the color of the skin. Superficial spreading melanoma is the most common type
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Conozca las señales de advertencia y las opciones de tratamiento para el melanoma de extensión superficial, el tipo más común de melanoma cutáneo.
… El melanoma de extensión superficial es un tipo de cáncer de piel. Comienza cuando los melanocitos de la piel crecen sin control y forman tumores. Los melanocitos son las células encargadas de producir melanina, el pigmento que determina el color de la piel. El melanoma de extensión superficial es el
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Our programs are designed to help women cope with the emotional and psychological aspects of being diagnosed and treated for GTD.
… Being diagnosed and treated for a gestational trophoblastic disease (GTD) tumor can pose a range of challenges for women and their families. To help you manage any issues that may arise, we offer a range of support programs. Living Beyond Cancer People facing the challenges of cancer survivorship can