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Neuroblastoma

Definition of neuroblastoma: Cancer that arises in immature nerve cells and affects mostly infants and children. 

Treatment

Information about treatment, including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, and vaccine therapy

Prevention, Genetics, Causes

Information related to prevention, genetics, and risk factors

Screening and Testing

Information about methods of cancer detection including new imaging technologies, tumor markers, and biopsy procedures

Cancer Literature

Resources available from the PubMed database

Research and Related Information

Includes NCI-supported research, funding opportunities, and special reports

Statistics

Information related to cancer incidence, mortality, and survival

Related Pages

General Cancer Resources

  • Coping with Cancer: Supportive and Palliative Care
    Managing physical, emotional, and lifestyle effects of cancer and treatment on patients and families; also includes information on finances, insurance, and healthcare services.
  • Complementary and Alternative Medicine
    Healing philosophies, approaches, and therapies used in complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) in cancer care.
  • Learn About Clinical Trials
    Basic to advanced information for all audiences about clinical trials. Learn about what clinical trials are, why they are important, and why people choose to take part. Also, learn strategies for educating others about the importance of clinical trials.