Feb 26th, 2020 - Overview Rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) is a rare type of cancer that forms in soft tissue — specifically skeletal muscle tissue or sometimes hollow organs such as the bladder or uterus. RMS can occur at any age, but it most often affects children. Although RMS can arise anywhere in the body, it's more likely to start in the: Head and neck area Urinary system, such as the bladder Reproductive system, s...

Feb 26th, 2020 - Overview Rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) is a rare type of cancer that forms in soft tissue — specifically skeletal muscle tissue or sometimes hollow organs such as the bladder or uterus. RMS can occur at any age, but it most often affects children. Although RMS can arise anywhere in the body, it's more likely to start in the: Head and neck area Urinary system, such as the bladder Reproductive system, s...

Feb 26th, 2020 - Rhabdomyosarcoma care at Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic experts are known for having the highest quality expertise and resources to meet the needs of children and adults with rhabdomyosarcoma. Each year, our experienced multispecialty sarcoma teams care for hundreds of people who have various types of sarcoma. Your Mayo Clinic care team Mayo Clinic's pediatric specialists come together as a team to cr...

Feb 26th, 2020 - Diagnosis Rhabdomyosarcoma diagnosis usually begins with a physical exam to better understand the symptoms you or your child may be experiencing. Based on those findings other tests and procedures may be recommended. Imaging tests Your doctor may recommend one or more imaging tests to investigate symptoms, look for cancer and look for signs that the cancer has spread. Imaging tests may include:...