Stage IV‐S Neuroblastoma: Disseminated Malignancy With a Favourable Prognosis Three Case Reports

Stevens, M.M. (1979). Aust. Paediatr. J., 15, 39–43. Stage IV‐S neuroblastoma: disseminated malignancy with a favourable prognosis. Three cases reports. The case histories of three children with stage IV‐S neuroblastoma are presented to illustrate the clinical features and unusual behaviour of this form of neuroblastoma. The staging requirements for this specific pattern of disease are presented and possible mechanisms of aetiology and regression and recommended management are discussed.

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