Fact Sheets

Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
A sentinel lymph node biopsy is a procedure to determine whether cancer has spread to the lymph nodes. Learn about this procedure.
Vulvar Cancer
Vulvar cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the vulva and can cause cause vulvar itchiness, pain, and bleeding.
Brachytherapy
Brachytherapy is a cancer treatment in which radioactive materials are placed inside the body. Learn more about this treatment.
Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)
Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is a treatment that uses heat to destroy precancerous tissue in the esophagus. Learn about this treatment.
Bone Cancer
Bone cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the cells that make up the bone. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Ependymoma
A type of tumor that begins in the brain or spinal cord. It's more common in children than adults.
Metastatic Cancer
Metastatic cancer, also known as stage IV (or 4), is the name for cancer that has spread from the site in the body where it started to another part of the body. Cancer can spread to any part of the body, but it most often spreads to the lungs, bones, liver, and brain.
Rhabdomyosarcoma
A rare type of cancer that starts in cells that develop into skeletal muscle.
Cervical Dysplasia
A condition in which abnormal cells are present in the cervix. It's caused by the human papillomavirus.
Germ Cell Tumors
Germ cell tumors are tumors that start in specialized cells called germ cells. Learn about symptoms and treatment.