What are the Treatment Options for Pediatric Malignancies?
Treatment varies by cancer type and stage but often includes:
- Surgery: To remove the tumor, especially if it is localized. - Chemotherapy: Using drugs to kill cancer cells, commonly used for leukemias, lymphomas, and solid tumors. - Radiation Therapy: High-energy rays to target and kill cancer cells, often used for brain tumors and certain solid tumors. - Stem Cell Transplant: Used for certain leukemias and lymphomas, involving the replacement of diseased bone marrow. - Targeted Therapy: Drugs that target specific molecules involved in cancer growth. - Immunotherapy: Enhances the body's immune response against cancer cells.
