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Childhood Central Nervous System Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumor

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For patients · General Information About Childhood Central Nervous System Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumor

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Treatment Option Overview

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Key Points

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There are different types of treatment for children with central nervous system (CNS) atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor (AT/RT).

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Children with AT/RT should have their treatment planned by a team of health care providers who are experts in treating cancer in children.

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Childhood brain tumors may cause symptoms that begin before the cancer is diagnosed and continue for months or years.

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The following types of treatment may be used:

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Surgery

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Chemotherapy

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Radiation therapy

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Stem cell transplant

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Clinical trials

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Treatment for childhood CNS AT/RT may cause side effects.

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Follow-up care may be needed.

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Resources and support are available to help you cope with your child's cancer.

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Treatment of Childhood Central Nervous System Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumor

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Treatment of Recurrent Childhood Central Nervous System Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumor

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