Cancer & Tumors

• Neurocutaneous Syndromes

  Neurocutaneous syndromes are genetic disorders that lead to tumor growth in various parts of the body. Learn how to maximize the quality of life for children with these diseases.

• Neurofibromatosis Type 1

  Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is a genetic condition that causes benign tumors in and under the skin, often with bone, hormone, and other problems. Learn more about how it’s diagnosed and treated.

• Neutropenia

  Certain cancers, or cancer treatment, can weaken the immune system, requiring a child to stay home to avoid exposure to germs. Here are ways to help your child make the best of it.

• Osteosarcoma

  Osteosarcoma is a type of bone cancer. It happens most often in the arms and legs but can happen in other bones too.

• Proton Therapy for Cancer

  Proton therapy is an advanced type of radiation therapy. It’s an effective treatment for many childhood cancers.

• Radiation Therapy

  Radiation therapy, also called radiotherapy, irradiation, or X-ray therapy, is one of the most common forms of cancer treatment.

• Radioembolization (TARE-Y90) for Liver Tumors

  Radioembolization is a procedure used to treat some kinds of liver tumors. A radioactive material works on the tumor, not the healthy tissue around it.

• RASopathies

  RASopathies are a group of genetic conditions caused by problems in the RAS pathway, which is one way cells in the body communicate.

• Retinoblastoma

  Retinoblastoma is a childhood cancer that affects the retina, the area of the eye responsible for sensing light and sending nerve signals to the brain.

• Rhabdoid Tumor of the Liver

  A rhabdoid tumor of the liver is a cancer that often spreads quickly to other parts of the body. Most of these very rare tumors happen in babies and toddlers.