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Pseudomyxoma Peritonei Pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP) is a rare condition that most often begins as a slow-growing mucinous tumor in the appendix, though it can occasionally originate in other parts of the abdomen such as the bowel, ovary or bladder. These …

Sarcoma Sarcoma is a rare type of cancer that develops in the body's connective tissues, including muscle, fat, blood vessels, nerves, tendons, and bone. It can occur anywhere in the body, though it most often begins in the arms, legs, or abdomen. There …

Secondary Lymph Node Cancer Secondary lymph node cancer occurs when cancer cells spread to the lymph nodes from a cancer that began somewhere else in the body. This is different from lymphoma, which begins in the lymphatic system itself. When cancer …

Small Bowel Cancer Small bowel cancer is a rare cancer that forms in the small intestine, the long, muscular tube that connects the stomach to the large intestine and helps digest food, absorb nutrients, and supports the immune system. Although several …

Spinal Cord Tumors Spinal cord tumors are abnormal growths that develop within the spinal canal or the bones of the spine. When a tumor begins inside the spinal cord or in the thin layers that surround it, it is called an intradural spinal cord tumor. …

Stomach Cancer Stomach cancer, also called gastric cancer, begins when abnormal cells form and grow in the stomach. The stomach is a key organ in the upper abdomen that helps break down food during digestion. Stomach cancer can develop in any part of the …

Testicular Cancer Testicular cancer begins in the testicles, the hormone- and sperm-producing glands located within the scrotum. Although it is a relatively rare cancer overall, it is the most common cancer diagnosed in young men between the ages of 15 …

Thymus Cancer Thymus cancer is a rare disease that begins in the thymus, a small gland located behind the breastbone that plays an important role in the immune system during childhood and adolescence. The two main types of thymus cancer are thymoma and …

Thyroid Cancer Thyroid cancer begins in the cells of the thyroid, a small butterfly-shaped gland at the base of the neck that helps regulate metabolism, heart rate, body temperature, and other essential functions. It is often found early, sometimes during …

Tracheal Cancer Tracheal cancer is a rare cancer that begins in the windpipe, the tube that carries air between your mouth, nose, and lungs. The trachea sits in front of the esophagus and is supported by firm cartilage rings that help keep the airway …