A step-by-step introduction to the different types of childhood brain tumors. Answers from Canadian Paediatric Hospitals.
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.
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 overview of the causes, genetics, symptoms, diagnosis, environmental risks and treatment of childhood brain tumours.
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.
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.
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 what to expect for a child undergoing brain surgery for brain tumours.
An in-depth description of the potential side effects of chemotherapy for children suffering from brain tumours.
Astrocytomas are a type of glioma. Learn what causes them, what the grade of astrocytoma means and where they can appear.
An in-depth look at what is involved in a neurological exam as part of the medical diagnosis of a childhood brain tumour.
Learn about different brain tumors including pituitary adenoma, schwannoma, meningioma, and PNETs. Trusted answers from The Hospital for Sick Children.
An in-depth explanation of brain surgery for a child with a brain tumour. Answers provided by Canadian Paediatric Hospitals.
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 diagnosis of rhabdoid tumours.
Find out how a brain tumour diagnosis and/or its treatment can impact your child’s growth and how the effects can be managed.
In-depth information on treatment options for different types of brain tumours and brain cancer in children.
Important information on some of the side effects that your child may experience from brain tumour therapy.
Find out what complementary and alternative therapies mean and things to consider before trying a complementary or alternative therapy for your child.
In-depth information concerning behavior changes you might see in your child during brain tumour treatment.
An in-depth description of what is involved in an EEG as part of brain tumor diagnosis, and a look at MEG.
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 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.
An in-depth description of other diagnostic procedures, such as blood tests and x-rays, which are involved in the medical diagnosis of brain cancer.
