Liver cancer, childhood Archives | Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Parents of Two-Year-Old Hepatoblastoma Survivor Enjoying Every Milestone

Steph and Jake Holbrook know the date of every important moment in their son’s life: William’s first steps, his first words, and even his first Boston Red Sox game. Another date they’ll forever remember: Jan. 17, 2018, when they were told that William—then 10 months old—had a rare type of liver cancer. “I couldn’t believe … Read more

A Landmark Treatment for a Pediatric Liver Tumor Patient

by Dana-Farber Staff

An interventional radiology procedure stabilized the growth of a toddler’s rare liver tumor until he was able to receive a life-saving liver transplant. Today, he is healthy and thriving.

What’s New in Research and Treatment for Pediatric Liver Tumors?

by Dana-Farber Staff

Recent headways in pediatric liver tumor treatment include more targeted therapies that aim to hone in on the cancer and destroy it — while reducing the toxic effects of treatment on the body, when possible.