There are different types of childhood brain and spinal cord tumors.

The cause of most childhood brain and spinal cord tumors is unknown.

Some childhood brain and spinal cord tumors are diagnosed by imaging tests.

In childhood brain and spinal cord tumors, treatment options are based on several factors.

In childhood brain and spinal cord tumors, there is no standard staging system.

A newly diagnosed brain or spinal cord tumor is one that has never been treated.

Childhood brain and spinal cord tumors may cause symptoms that continue for months or years.

The symptoms of adult brain and spinal cord tumors are not the same in every person.

Get advice from a surgeon who is an expert in treating spinal cord tumors.

Spinal cord tumors can be treated by surgery and radiation.