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Source: Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.
Source updated: June 6, 2024 · Captured 2026-09-09.
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Context: Treatment Option Overview for LCH
There are different types of treatment for patients with Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH).
Children with LCH should have their treatment planned by a team of health care providers who are experts in treating childhood cancer or LCH.
Nine types of standard treatment are used to treat LCH.
Nine types of standard treatment are used to treat LCH.
Chemotherapy
Nine types of standard treatment are used to treat LCH.
Surgery
Nine types of standard treatment are used to treat LCH.
Radiation therapy
Nine types of standard treatment are used to treat LCH.
Photodynamic therapy
Nine types of standard treatment are used to treat LCH.
Immunotherapy
Nine types of standard treatment are used to treat LCH.
Targeted therapy
Nine types of standard treatment are used to treat LCH.
Other drug therapy
Nine types of standard treatment are used to treat LCH.
Stem cell transplant
Nine types of standard treatment are used to treat LCH.
Observation
New types of treatment are being tested in clinical trials.
Treatment for Langerhans cell histiocytosis may cause side effects.
Patients may want to think about taking part in a clinical trial.
Patients can enter clinical trials before, during, or after starting their treatment.
Follow-up tests may be needed.
Preserved source evidence · Independent clinical review pending · Not medical advice