A step-by-step introduction to the different types of childhood brain tumors. Answers from Canadian Paediatric Hospitals.
An overview of the causes, genetics, symptoms, diagnosis, environmental risks and treatment of childhood brain tumours.
This page gives an overview of the different types of germ cell tumours, what the symptoms of germ cell tumours are and how they are treated.
This page describes a type of brain tumour called a rhabdoid tumour, what causes this kind of tumour, and some possible symptoms.
An in-depth description of the option of shunts for children suffering from brain tumours.
Important information on some of the side effects that your child may experience from brain tumour therapy.
Understanding the diagnosis of a brain tumour is necessary to choose the most effective treatment for your child. Find out about the different categories of brain tumours, staging and grading.
Radiation therapy may be used to help treat a brain tumour. Learn how radiation therapy works and what you need to know before your child begins treatment.
Germ cell tumours are a type of cancer that start in the germ cells. Learn about where germ cell tumours are most commonly found, how they are diagnosed and the main types of treatment.
In-depth information on treatment options for different types of brain tumours and brain cancer in children.
Brain tumours can affect the brain and central nervous system. Learn about the signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis for brain tumours in teenagers.
An in-depth explanation of brain surgery for a child with a brain tumour. Answers provided by Canadian Paediatric Hospitals.
Extensive tips, issues and a detailed description of brain surgery for a child with a brain tumour. Answers from Canadian Paediatric Hospitals.
Learn about different brain tumors including pituitary adenoma, schwannoma, meningioma, and PNETs. Trusted answers from The Hospital for Sick Children.
An in-depth discussion of the possible complications from central line treatments for children with brain tumours.
An in-depth discussion of the possible side effects of radiation for children with brain tumours.
Soft tissue tumours can develop in the muscles, fat, blood vessels or other tissues that surround the organs. Read about the symptoms of soft tissue tumours, how they are diagnosed and possible treatment and prognosis.
This page describes what is involved in the treatment of rhabdoid tumours.
An in-depth description of what to expect for a child undergoing brain surgery for brain tumours.
Chemotherapy may be used to treat some types of brain tumours. Learn general information about how chemotherapy is given, how it works and coping with side effects.
An in-depth description of the potential side effects of chemotherapy for children suffering from brain tumours.
Learn about the impact that brain tumours, surgery and treatment, may have on your child's ability to learn.
Find out how osteoporosis can develop in your child as a result of brain tumour treatment, and how this can be prevented.
This page describes the use of chemotherapy for rhabdoid tumours.
An in-depth look at treatment possibilities for other tumour types such as a pituitary adenoma, a schwannoma, a meningioma, and PNETs.
