Describes the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of brain tumors and provides a glimpse into the lives of young people with brain tumors, discussing surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, rehabilitation, and research that has led to the development of new treatments.
Content Note
Introduction: a frightening diagnosis -- Understanding brain tumors -- Diagnosis of brain tumors -- Treatment of brain tumors -- Treatment of braintumors -- Follow-up care and rehabilitation -- New trends in treatment -- Notes -- Glossary -- Organizations to contact -- For further reading -- Works Consulted -- Index -- Picture credits -- About the author.