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Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) provides two cases from its Bone and Soft Tissue Tumor Program, where preserving limb function and growth potential are paramount to their successful treatment plan.
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By identifying common gene variants that raise the risk of an aggressive form of the childhood cancer neuroblastoma, researchers may assist diagnostic efforts.
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CHOP oncologists and primary care providers work closely with each other and with families to meet the needs of children with cancer.
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A CHOP oncologist co-led an international study showing that an abnormal fused gene drives children’s brain tumors by using three different biological mechanisms.
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The Oncology Clinic is now officially open on the 3rd floor of the Buerger Center! If you have questions about your appointment, please contact us at 267-426-0762.
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CHOP researchers have identified a powerful new drug with “unparalleled” strength against refractory types of neuroblastoma.
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Read a case study about a 13-year-old girl with progressively worsening knee pain, illustrating a typical presentation of a child with a primary bone malignancy.
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The history of our understanding and approach to cancer are at the center of CANCER: THE EMPEROR OF ALL MALADIES. The documentary will air in three parts on March 30, 31 and April 1 at 9 p.m. ET on PBS, with the final chapter featuring CHOP.
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Proton therapy for a 3-year-old with neuroblastoma compared to X-ray therapy allowed a 100-fold reduction in radiation dose to the liver, lungs, and heart.