Brain tumors in childhood usually lead to intracranial pressure symptoms with headaches, nausea, and vomiting, some of which last for a long time, without any evidence of gastrointestinal disease. Visual disturbances or seizures (epilepsy) may also be the first signs. In most cases, a tumor has already developed a significant size before these symptoms appear, not infrequently due to an obstruction in the drainage of cerebrospinal fluid (hydrocephalus).

The most common tumors include medulloblastoma or pilocytic astrocytoma. However, a variety of other tumors may also develop in childhood.

The best possible treatment strategy is always determined within the framework of an interdisciplinary pediatric oncological tumor board.

We will be happy to advise you as parents and relatives about the treatment options.