An in-depth overview of the brain and how it works. Read further to find out the different parts of the brain and what they do, how the brain is organized, and what the brain is made of.
An overview of the causes, genetics, symptoms, diagnosis, environmental risks and treatment of childhood brain tumours.
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.
Learn about the different types of brain tumours, how they are diagnosed and treated, and the various supports available to families.
A step-by-step introduction to the different types of childhood brain tumors. Answers from Canadian Paediatric Hospitals.
An in-depth description of what is involved in an EEG as part of brain tumor diagnosis, and a look at MEG.
Brain disorders can be caused by medical conditions, illness or injury. Find out how they can affect a child's mental health and overall functioning.
An in-depth description of the potential side effects of chemotherapy for children suffering from brain tumours.
An aneurysm is a bulging or ballooning area in a part of a blood vessel that can affect the brain and central nervous system. Learn about the signs and symptoms, how an aneurysm is diagnosed, and the different treatment options.
Important information on some of the side effects that your child may experience from brain tumour therapy.
An in-depth look at what is involved in a neurological exam as part of the medical diagnosis of a childhood brain tumour.
An in-depth description of what to expect for a child undergoing brain surgery for brain tumours.
An arteriovenous malformation (AVM) is a complex tangle of abnormal blood vessels that can affect the brain and central nervous system. Learn about the signs and symptoms, how an AVM is diagnosed, and the different treatment options.
Extensive tips, issues and a detailed description of brain surgery for a child with a brain tumour. Answers from Canadian Paediatric Hospitals.
An in-depth discussion of the possible complications from central line treatments for children with brain tumours.
In-depth information on treatment options for different types of brain tumours and brain cancer in children.
This page provides a list of resources that may be helpful to parents of children with brain tumours. These include books, web resources and support groups.
An in-depth description of the option of shunts for children suffering from brain tumours.
Gliomas are a type of brain tumour. Find out what causes them, types of gliomas and possible symptoms.
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.
An overview of the factors that can affect weight gain in children with brain tumours, and tips for maintaining a healthy weight.
An in-depth look at what is involved in a biopsy as part of the medical diagnosis of brain cancer.
Hydrocephalus is a build-up of fluid inside the brain. Learn more about the signs and symptoms and how hydrocephalus is diagnosed and treated.
An overview of the many different health-care professionals that are involved in the care of a child with a brain tumour.
Learn about strokes occurring in newborns. Stroke is caused by a blockage of the blood vessels in the brain and can happen at any age. Stroke occurs as frequently in newborns as in the elderly, yet it often goes unrecognized and untreated.
