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Conditions & Treatments

Condition

An atypical teratoid rhabdoid tumor (ATRT) is a very rare, aggressive tumor of the central nervous system.

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Treatment

Radiation therapy uses high-energy radiation to shrink tumors and kill cancer cells by damaging their DNA, the genetic material in a cell.

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Contact the Radiation Oncology Program 888-PEDI-ONC (888-733-4662)

Fax 617-582-7434

International +1-617-355-5209

Email pedi_onc@dfci.harvard.edu

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