What is another word for neuroblastoma?
Pronunciation: [njˌuːɹəblastˈə͡ʊmə] (IPA) 
Neuroblastoma is a childhood cancer that affects the sympathetic nervous system. Some synonyms for neuroblastoma include: neuroepithelioblastoma, neuroepithelioma, neuroblastocarcinoma, and sympatheticoblastoma. These terms all describe the same disease but may be used interchangeably by different medical practitioners or in different contexts. Regardless of the term used, neuroblastoma is a rare and often aggressive form of cancer that requires prompt and aggressive treatment to give children the best chance of survival. Despite its severity, researchers are working tirelessly to develop new therapies and treatments to improve outcomes for children and families impacted by neuroblastoma.
