Abnormal cells in the brain or spinal cord that have multiplied uncontrollably are known as brain or spinal cord tumors. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
A type of tumor that begins in the brain or spinal cord. It's more common in children than adults.
A primary brain tumor is a growth that starts within the brain. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Gamma Knife surgery is a treatment that uses high-dose radiation to target brain tumors. Learn more about this treatment.
Some children are born with or develop irregularities of the skull and/or spine (called craniosynostosis). Some benefit from surgical correction procedures.
The Gamma Knife is a machine that focuses radiation with precision, killing tumors without harming nearby tissue. Learn about this procedure.
Many people who are anticipating major surgery worry about receiving general anesthesia. While it is considered very safe, learning more about it can put your mind at ease.
Orbital tumors are abnormal growths of tissue within the orbit (the eye socket). The tumors, which can be noncancerous or cancerous, may begin from any of the tissues within the orbit, including nerves, blood vessels, connective tissues, and bones.
Meningiomas are tumors commonly found in the membranes surrounding the brain and the spinal cord. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Neurogenic bladder happens when the body's muscles and nerves fail to communicate correctly. The result can be loss of bladder control.