What is Neuroblastoma?Neuroblastoma is a rare cancer that affects children. It develops from nerve cells called neuroblasts.
The cancer usually starts in the child’s abdomen (tummy). It often develops in the adrenal glands, the two small glands above the kidneys, and can spread to other areas such as the bones, liver and skin. |
The cause is unknown. There are rare cases where children in the same family are affected, but it does not generally run in families.