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Source: Childhood Central Nervous System Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumor Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.
Source updated: December 19, 2024 · Captured 2026-09-09.
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Context: Treatment Option Overview
There are different types of treatment for children with central nervous system (CNS) atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor (AT/RT).
Children with AT/RT should have their treatment planned by a team of health care providers who are experts in treating cancer in children.
Childhood brain tumors may cause symptoms that begin before the cancer is diagnosed and continue for months or years.
The following types of treatment may be used:
The following types of treatment may be used:
Surgery
The following types of treatment may be used:
Chemotherapy
The following types of treatment may be used:
Radiation therapy
The following types of treatment may be used:
Stem cell transplant
The following types of treatment may be used:
Clinical trials
Treatment for childhood CNS AT/RT may cause side effects.
Follow-up care may be needed.
Resources and support are available to help you cope with your child's cancer.
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