Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)

Atypical teratoid rhabdoid tumors (ATRT) are very rare, aggressive tumors of the central nervous system, occurring mostly in the cerebellum (the part of the brain that controls movement and balance) or the brain stem (the part of the brain that controls basic body functions).

• ATRTs usually occur by age 3, but sometimes are found in older children. ATRTs represent only 1 to 2 percent of childhood brain tumors.
• These tumors are part of a larger group of malignant tumors called rhabdoid tumors, which also can occur outside the brain.
• ATRTs may be localized to one part of the brain, or they can spread to other locations in the brain, spine or body.

ATRT Treatment at Dana-Farber/Boston Children's

Children with ATRTs are treated at Dana-Farber/Boston Children's through our Brain Tumor Center, a world leader in treating this rare disease. Our brain tumor specialists have extensive expertise in treating all types of neural tumors, including AT/RT.

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Find in-depth information on atypical teratoid rhabdoid tumor (ATRT) on the Dana-Farber/Boston Children’s website, including ATRT causes, diagnosis, treatment and latest research.