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Brain Tumors in Children
Presented from India by Dr. Vasudha N R0
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Case Description
Brain tumors in children are a diverse group of medical conditions characterized by the abnormal growth of cells in the brain or central nervous system. These tumors can vary widely in terms of location, size, and aggressiveness, and they pose unique challenges in pediatric medicine. Early...
Case Summary
- Pediatric brain tumors are the second most common malignancy in children, following leukemias. They can be classified by location (supratentorial vs. infratentorial) or histological subtype (astrocytoma, ependymoma, medulloblastoma). Prognosis depends on age, histological subtype, and the extent of surgical resection.
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Dr. Vasudha N R
Pediatric Oncologist Consultant at Rainbow Children's Hospital & BirthRight by Rainbow, BangaloreDr.Vasudha N Rao has over 7 years of experience in Pediatrics and 5 years of experience in Pediatric Oncology. Subsequently, she pursued a Fellowship in Pediatric Oncology from Great Ormond Street Hospital For Children, London, United Kingdom. Areas of Expertise:
-Pediatric Leukaemias and Lymphomas - Pediatric Brain tumors- Pediatric solid tumors (Neuroblastoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma) Late Effects - Comprehensive Pediatric Oncology care