There is a special subtype of neuroblastoma seen in very young children, with spread of disease throughout the body, but which needs a very different approach to treatment compared to older children with metastatic disease. This episode explains the features of this stage MS neuroblastoma, the early problems, and the treatment used.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Understanding Childhood Cancer With Dr Geoff

Dr Geoffey McCowage, Senior Paediatric Oncologist, Sydney, Australia

"S" is for "Special" : Stage MS Neuroblastoma (also called Stage IVS, 4S)

MAY 20, 202124 MIN
Understanding Childhood Cancer With Dr Geoff

"S" is for "Special" : Stage MS Neuroblastoma (also called Stage IVS, 4S)

MAY 20, 202124 MIN

Description

There is a special subtype of neuroblastoma seen in very young children, with spread of disease throughout the body, but which needs a very different approach to treatment compared to older children with metastatic disease. This episode explains the features of this stage MS neuroblastoma, the early problems, and the treatment used.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>