Neuroblastoma vs. Medulloblastoma — What's the Difference?

Neuroblastoma (NB) is a type of cancer that forms in certain types of nerve tissue. It most frequently starts from one of the adrenal glands but can also develop in the neck, chest, abdomen, or spine.

Medulloblastoma is a common type of primary brain cancer in children. It originates in the part of the brain that is towards the back and the bottom, on the floor of the skull, in the cerebellum, or posterior fossa.The brain is divided into two main parts, the larger cerebrum on top and the smaller cerebellum below towards the back.

A malignant tumor composed of neuroblasts, originating in the autonomic nervous system or the adrenal medulla and occurring chiefly in infants and young children.

(oncology) A malignant type of brain tumour that originates in the cerebellum

(oncology) A form of cancer that affects the ganglia in various parts of the body

Malignant tumor containing embryonic nerve cells; usually metastasizes quickly