Pediatrics Neuro-Ooncology

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We can’t say that the children are the small adults. Their brain and body are still developing and their needs are very different. And also their tumors are different. Most of the frequent brain tumors are not the same as the most common adult brain tumors.

Understanding tumors
There are many different types of brain tumor which are based upon a tumors cell structure, rate of cell growth, and other characteristics. The name and classification may change as more information is available or because the tumor has changed over time.
Most pediatric tumors are primary tumors which are the masses and growth of the abnormal cells which occurs in the brain, spine, tissue and the structure that are to it. Primary tumors are classified into two categories — some are cancerous (malignant) and some are noncancerous (benign). But both can be life-threatening.
When a child’s body needed for development or repair it itself makes cells. A tumor develops when normal and abnormal cells multiply when they are not needed. To describe the normal and abnormal cells, “benign” and “malignant” terms are used when viewed under the microscope. Tumors that are very similar to the normal cells are known as “benign” and which are very different to the normal cells are known as “malignant” based upon the microscopic appearance because there are many other factors to consider.

Treatment and Prognosis
Prognosis forecast about the future course of the diseases and the tendency of recovery. Prognosis and treatment depend upon the type of tumor, its location, growth rate, whether it has spread, and child’s age and general health. Treatment for brain tumors in children is typically quite different from the adult brain tumor treatment, so it’s very important to appoint the expertise and experience of pediatric specialists in neurology and cancer. Treatment option can be varied and can be strongly influenced by the age of the child. Children with brain tumor also have a much better prognosis than the adult with the similar condition.

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