What is Brain Tumour

                                                              What is Brain Tumour
A primary brain tumor is a group (mass) of abnormal cells that start in the brain and may occur at any age.. Sometimes, tumors that start out less aggressive can become more aggressive.

Diagnosis & Tests

The following tests may confirm the presence of a brain tumor and find its location:

·         CT scan of the head

·         EEG

·         Examination of tissue removed from the tumor during surgery or CT-    guided biopsy (may confirm the type of tumor)

·         Examination of the cerebral spinal fluid (CSF) (may show cancerous cells)

·         MRI of the head

Treatment

Treatment can involve surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. Brain tumors are best treated by our team that includes: 

·         Neuro-oncologist

·         Neurosurgeon

·         Radiation oncologist

·         EndoVascular Neurosurgeon

·         Neuro Radiologist

·         Early treatment often improves the chance of a good outcome. How you are treated depends on the size and type of tumor and your general health. The goals of treatment may be to cure the tumor, relieve symptoms, and improve brain function or comfort.

·         Surgery is often needed for most primary brain tumors. Some tumors may be completely removed. Those that are deep inside the brain or that enter brain tissue may be debulked instead of removed. Debulking is a procedure to reduce the tumor's size.

·         Radiation therapy is used for certain tumors.

·         Chemotherapy may be used with surgery or radiation treatment.