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The most common risk factor for bile duct cancer (cholangiocarcinoma) is chronic inflammation of the bile ducts. Other risk factors include smoking and older age.

… People who have chronic (long-standing) inflammation of the bile ducts have an increased risk of developing bile duct cancer. Smaller stones that form in the bile ducts (bile duct stones) or pass into them from the gallbladder (gallstones) can lead to this type of chronic inflammation. Other inflammatory

After someone has had gastroesophageal reflux disease for many years, it can advance to Barrett’s esophagus, a condition that greatly increases the risk of developing cancer.

… After someone has had gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) for many years, it can advance to Barrett’s esophagus. Barrett’s is a way the esophagus defends itself: The cells in the lining of the esophagus start to change because they’ve been exposed to acid for many years. Barrett’s esophagus is considered

Chemotherapy can saves lives in many men with advanced testicular cancer.

… Chemotherapy can kill cancer cells throughout the body. This treatment saves the lives of about 7 out of every 10 people with advanced testicular cancer.  Your treatment team may recommend chemotherapy if the cancer is at an advanced  stage  or is likely to spread. Chemotherapy can also stop advanced

Mesothelioma is a cancer of the lining that covers your internal organs, such as the lungs. Learn about asbestos and other risk factors, as well as common symptoms, such as shortness of breath from pleural effusion.

… Mesothelioma is a cancer that affects tissue called the mesothelium , a lining that covers and protects many internal organs. Pleural and peritoneal mesothelioma account for most of the 2,000 to 3,000 new cases of the disease diagnosed in the United States each year. Less common types of mesothelioma

Tracheal and bronchial diseases can be difficult to diagnose. Early signs and symptoms may progress slowly over time and are often mistaken for a variety of other respiratory disorders.

… Tracheal and bronchial diseases can be difficult to diagnose. Early signs and symptoms may progress slowly over time and are often mistaken for a variety of other respiratory disorders, such as asthma, bronchitis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). If you have symptoms such as shortness

Stomach cancer symptoms can be easy to miss. Learn more about the signs of stomach cancer, which can include upset stomach, indigestion, and bloating.

… What are the signs and symptoms of stomach cancer? Stomach cancer, also called gastric cancer, can have symptoms at an early stage. They can include an upset stomach and general stomach discomfort. But these also are common signs of other things, such as indigestion or a stomach virus (bug). That’s why

Learn about active appendiceal (appendix) cancer clinical trials happening now at Memorial Sloan Kettering, where you may have access to treatments before they’re available elsewhere. Learn more.

… Researchers at Memorial Sloan Kettering are exploring new therapies and diagnostic tools for appendiceal cancer. If you qualify, your treatment team can recommend one of our clinical trials if they feel it may help improve your condition.

Learn about how MSK treats pediatric liver cancer and tumors, why you should bring your child to MSK Kids for treatment.

… MSK Kids’ doctors customize your child’s treatment to the type and stage of their liver cancer and tumor and the risk of it coming back later.  Most liver cancer patients have surgery, and some also have chemotherapy before and/or after surgery.  Your team will explain every aspect of your child’s care

Plasmacytoma (PLAZ-muh-sy-TOH-muh) is a type of cancer that starts in plasma cells. It can become multiple myeloma.

… Plasmacytoma (PLAZ-muh-sy-TOH-muh) is a very rare blood cancer. Fewer than 1,000 people each year are diagnosed with it in the United States. We do not know what causes plasmacytoma. Plasmacytoma is similar to multiple myeloma. It happens when plasma cells become abnormal, multiply, and make m-protein

For people with acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL), our doctors may recommend chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy such as CAR T cell therapy, or bone marrow transplantation. Read more about your options.

… New Patient Appointments Call 646-497-9154 We’re available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Make an Appointment The standard treatments for adult-onset acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL) are chemotherapy and stem cell (bone marrow) transplantation . Depending on the features of the disease, you may also be