Neuroblastoma_Flashcards

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What is the management approach for low-risk neuroblastoma?

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The management approach for low-risk neuroblastoma includes observation (serial ultrasounds every 3-6 weeks) and possibly surgery.

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What is the treatment for low-risk neuroblastoma if it progresses post-surgery?

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Chemotherapy is the treatment for low-risk neuroblastoma if it progresses post-surgery.

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What is the management approach for intermediate-risk neuroblastoma?

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The management approach for intermediate-risk neuroblastoma includes chemotherapy and surgery.

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What is the standard chemotherapy regimen for intermediate-risk neuroblastoma?

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The standard chemotherapy regimen for intermediate-risk neuroblastoma includes carboplatin, etoposide, cyclophosphamide, and doxorubicin for 4-8 cycles.

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What is the management approach for high-risk neuroblastoma?

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The management approach for high-risk neuroblastoma includes radiotherapy, surgery, autologous bone marrow transplant, radiotherapy, immunotherapy with Dinutuximab, and isotretinoin.

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What is the standard chemotherapy regimen for high-risk neuroblastoma?

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The standard chemotherapy regimen for high-risk neuroblastoma includes high-dose carboplatin, etoposide, cyclophosphamide, and doxorubicin for 5-6 cycles.

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What additional treatments are used for high-risk neuroblastoma?

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Additional treatments for high-risk neuroblastoma include autologous bone marrow transplant, radiotherapy, immunotherapy with Dinutuximab, and isotretinoin.

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What is the cure rate for children with metastatic neuroblastoma?

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The cure rate for children with metastatic neuroblastoma is around 40%.

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