UChicago Medicine Comer Children's

Pediatric Brain Tumor Diagnostics & Treatments

At the University of Chicago Medicine Comer Children's Hospital, experts specialize in diagnosing and treating a wide range of pediatric brain and spinal cord tumors. We understand that each child is unique and we take a personalized approach to developing an appropriate, comprehensive care plan.

Meet our Pediatric Brain Tumor Experts

Our physicians will start by taking your child's medical history and completing a thorough physical examination. We may also use some of the following tools to confirm or rule out the presence of a brain or spinal cord tumor:

  • Computed tomography (CT), a non-invasive imaging procedure that uses X-rays to study the brain
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), a tool that uses magnetic fields and computers to create images of the brain and spine
  • Magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS), which analyzes the biochemical make-up of a tumor
  • Position emission tomography (PET), which monitors cell activity
  • Surgical biopsy, to examine the tumor under a microscope and to perform additional tests on the tumor tissue

Brain Tumor Treatments

The goal of treatment is to remove or destroy as much of the tumor as possible while protecting the healthy tissue around it. Depending on the location and severity of the tumor, as well as your child's age and overall health, we may recommend surgery, chemotherapy and/or radiation. Our multidisciplinary team will work with you to find the right solution.

Request an Appointment

The information you provide on this secure form to request an appointment with a UChicago Medicine pediatric expert will enable us to assist you as efficiently as possible. A representative will contact you within one to two business days to help you schedule an appointment. 

To speak to someone directly, please call 773-702-6169. If you have symptoms of an urgent nature, please call your doctor or go to the emergency room immediately.

For Referring Physicians

To refer a pediatric patient for cancer care, please call UCM Physician Connect at 1-800-824-2282. 

 

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