Study of pediatric brain and spine tumor exams
Part of Brain & nervous system, Cancer clinical trials.
This study tests a shorter way to check the brain and nervous system in children with brain or spine tumors. It aims to see if the new exam is as good as the standard one.
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Who can take part
- Your child is at least 1 year old.
- Your child is seen at a pediatric clinic.
- Your child has been diagnosed with a brain or spine tumor (confirmed by scan or biopsy).
- You can understand and sign a consent form.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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