Key Statistics for Neuroblastoma
Learn about key statistics for neuroblastoma, including how common it is, who is most affected, and the outlook for those with a diagnosis.
How common is neuroblastoma?
Neuroblastoma is the most common cancer in infants who are less than 1 year old. There are about 600 to 800 new cases of neuroblastoma each year in the United States.
Who is most affected by neuroblastoma?
The average age of children when they are diagnosed is about 1 to 2 years. Rarely, neuroblastoma can be detected before birth by ultrasound. Most neuroblastomas are diagnosed by age 5. It is rare in people over the age of 10 years.
What is the outlook for those with neuroblastoma?
Statistics related to survival are discussed in Neuroblastoma Survival Rates and Risk Groups.
Visit the American Cancer Society’s Cancer Statistics Center for more key cancer statistics.
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Developed by the American Cancer Society medical and editorial content team with medical review and contribution by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
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Last Revised: June 26, 2025
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