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Memorial Sloan Kettering offers an unparalleled level of diagnosis and treatment expertise for people with Kaposi sarcoma.

… Kaposi sarcoma (KS) is a soft-tissue tumor that arises in people infected with the human herpes virus-8 (HHV-8). It begins in the cells that form blood or lymph vessels and first appears as distinctive deep purple or reddish blue lesions on the skin; in the lining of the mouth, nose, or throat; or in

Learn more about Memorial Sloan Kettering’s world-class detection methods, diagnosis, and treatment for endometrial cancer.

… Endometrial (Uterine) cancer is the most common cancer of the female reproductive system , with more than 49,500 Americans diagnosed with the disease each year. It tends to develop after menopause , when a woman is between the ages of 50 and 60. The uterus is a hollow, pear-shaped organ in a woman’s

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

… MSK Kids has multiple clinical trials assessing new therapies for osteosarcoma. One of them is looking at a treatment that boosts the power of the immune system against osteosarcoma that has spread. This immunotherapy has helped children with a cancer called neuroblastoma. It is our hope that it can

Pediatric brain tumors can cause headaches, vomiting, or other problems in children. Learn more about the signs & symptoms.

… Different parts of the brain affect different functions in the body, such as movement, vision, and speech. Since there’s limited space within the skull, signs and symptoms of a brain tumor typically develop when abnormal tissue expands and destroys or pushes on healthy brain tissue, the tissue around

To diagnose a pancreatic cyst, your MSK care team will first get a clear understanding of your symptoms. They will talk with you about your medical history and general health. They will review results from imaging tests, if you have them.

… To  diagnose a pancreatic cyst , your MSK care team will first get a clear understanding of your symptoms. They will talk with you about your medical history and general health. They will review results from imaging tests, if you have them. We will ask whether you have a family history of pancreatic

Diagnosing adrenal tumors usually involves doing tests to see if your body is producing abnormal amounts of certain hormones. Our doctors are experts in making sure you get the most accurate diagnosis possible.

… We use cutting-edge tools to diagnose adrenal gland tumors. Lab tests can determine if you have above-normal levels of hormones in your body, for example, and imaging tests, such as CT, MRI, and whole-body PET scans, can pinpoint where the tumor is located. A surgical biopsy can help confirm a diagnosis

Skin cancer is a disease caused by abnormal (not normal) cells growing in the tissue of your skin. These cells can cause a tumor to form. It’s the most common kind of cancer. If skin cancer is found early, it’s easier to treat.

… Skin cancer is a disease caused by abnormal (not normal) cells growing in the tissue of your skin. These cells can cause a tumor to form. It’s the most common kind of cancer. If skin cancer is found early, it’s easier to treat. Does MSK Have Screening Guidelines for Skin Cancer? Our experts do not recommend

El cáncer de piel es una enfermedad ocasionada por un crecimiento anormal de células en el tejido de la piel. Estas células pueden provocar la formación de un tumor. Es el tipo de cáncer más común. El cáncer de piel es más fácil de tratar si se lo detecta en sus inicios.

… El cáncer de piel es una enfermedad ocasionada por un crecimiento anormal de células en el tejido de la piel. Estas células pueden provocar la formación de un tumor. Es el tipo de cáncer más común. El cáncer de piel es más fácil de tratar si se lo detecta en sus inicios. Does MSK Have Screening Guidelines

Learn how our doctors diagnose basal cell carcinoma, the most common form of skin cancer.

… You know your skin best, so it makes sense that you would notice any changes before anyone else. Most suspected skin cancers are first noticed by patients or their family members. In order to determine if you have skin cancer, your doctor will take a complete medical history, which includes asking you

Discover how radiation therapy for glioma is expertly given at Memorial Sloan Kettering.

… Radiation therapy can shrink or kill tumor cells. At Memorial Sloan Kettering, we treat glioma tumors with state-of-the-art radiation therapy tools, such as linear accelerators and advanced imaging techniques. Radiation can be directed precisely to the tumor, sparing the nearby healthy tissue and leading