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This article introduces Pediatric ovarian tumors: rare malignancies in ovarian tissue. Ovaries produce eggs/hormones. Located beside uterus in pelvis.

This article introduces Pediatric testicular cancer: rare, mainly germ cell tumors (benign teratomas/malignant non-seminomas). Non-germ cell tumors also occur. Seminomas rare in boys.

This article introduces Pediatric bladder cancer: rare, often low-grade papillary urothelial tumors. Bladder stores urine. Malignant forms very uncommon in children.

This article introduces Pediatric GIST: stomach/small intestine tumor, benign or malignant. More common in girls/teens. Arises from GI wall cells.

This article introduces Pediatric neuroendocrine tumors: often benign, slow-growing (stomach/pancreas/liver). Can be malignant. Appendix tumors may be found during appendectomies.

This article introduces Pediatric colorectal cancer: rare, forms in colon/rectum. Digestive system absorbs nutrients, expels waste. Colon 1.5m; rectum/anus 15-20cm.

This article introduces Pediatric pancreatic cancer: rare, forms in pancreas tissue. Organ regulates digestion/blood sugar. Includes benign/malignant tumors; head/body/tail regions.

This article introduces Pediatric gastric cancer: rare, starts in stomach lining. H. pylori infection raises risk. Stomach aids digestion, nutrient absorption.

This article introduces Pediatric adrenal cortical carcinoma: rare, peaks <6yrs & teens, female-predominant. Affects hormone-producing adrenal glands (water/salt balance, metabolism, blood pressure).

This article introduces Pediatric malignant mesothelioma: rare cancer of pleura/peritoneum. Spreads superficially, rarely affects heart/testes. Aggressive with lymph node involvement.