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Learn about ependymoma grades, features, causes, symptoms, who the tumors affect, how and where they form, and treatments.

Learn about choroid plexus tumor grades, features, causes, symptoms, who the tumors affect, how and where they form, and treatments.

Learn about the doctors who treat brain and spine tumors, how most brain and spine tumors are diagnosed and graded, and more general information.

Learn about atypical teratoid rhabdoid tumor (ATRT) grades, features, causes, symptoms, who the tumors affect, how and where they form, and treatments.

A federal advisory panel supports aspirin to reduce the risk of colorectal cancer, while researchers are investigating whether it may help reduce the risk of other cancers.

Learn about NCI-CONNECT and its aim to advance the understanding of rare adult brain and spine tumors through partnerships in clinical care, research, and education.

La radioterapia tiene efectos secundarios porque no solo destruye las células cancerosas o hace lento su crecimiento, puede afectar también las células sanas. Muchas personas que reciben radioterapia experimentan cansancio. Otros efectos secundarios dependen de la parte del cuerpo que recibe el tratamiento.

Fusion oncoproteins can lead to the development of childhood cancers. This Cancer Moonshot initiative aims to improve our understanding of these proteins and develop inhibitors that target them.

Durante la braquiterapia, se coloca una fuente sólida de radiación dentro del cuerpo. Se puede usar para tratar diferentes tipos de cáncer: cabeza y cuello, seno (mama), cuello uterino, próstata y ojo. Entérese más acerca de lo que pueda esperar al recibir radioterapia interna.

Cancer research fellows and trainees at NCI can take advantage of scientific and professional development courses. Current and prospective trainees will also find a listing of fellowships opportunities. Learn more about courses and fellowships.