Neuroblastoma Flashcards
1
Q
What does neuroblastoma arise from
A
embryonic neural crest cells
2
Q
When are neuroblastomas usually diagnosed
A
before age 5
3
Q
Where do neuroblastomas usually occur
A
the abdomen because of the placement of adrenal glands
4
Q
What does prognosis depend on
A
tumor location, stage, and age at time of diagnosis
5
Q
Treatment
A
chemo, radiation, removal of tumor
6
Q
What do changes in assessment indicate
A
metastasis
7
Q
Lab/diagnostic tests
A
CT, MRI, chest xray, bone marrow aspiration
