Web Directory

» A Primer of Brain Tumors
   Reference manual for patients covers brain anatomy and the terminology, diagnosis, and treatment of benign and malignant brain tumors.
   http://neurosurgery.mgh.harvard.edu/abta/primer.htm

» American Brain Tumor Association
   Supports patients and families; encourages research. Primer of brain tumors, dictionary of medical terms, guide on living with tumors, treatment information, advice on clinical trials, newsletter, conference listings, and other resources.
   http://www.abta.org/

» BUPA: Brain Tumours
   Fact sheet from this UK entity which addresses causes, symptoms and treatment of brain tumours. Available for download in PDF format.
   http://hcd2.bupa.co.uk/fact_sheets/mosby_factsheets/brain_tumours.html

» Brainlife.org
   Collection of medical literature references about brain tumors including experimental treatments and alternative therapies.
   http://www.brainlife.org

» Center for Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
   Provides information about the treatment of brain tumors and other neurological conditions using this technique.
   http://www.gammaknifecenter.com/general.htm

» Headstrong
   The Brain and Spine Foundation of the UK gives children information about brain tumors including treatment, coping and links.
   http://www.headstrongkids.org.uk

» Meningioma Support and Information
   Forums, chats and collected web resources on meningiomas, which are brain tumors that arise contiguously to the meninges.
   http://meningioma.webexone.com

» WHO Classification of Tumors Affecting the Central Nervous System
   The World Health Organization classification of tumors affecting the central nervous system.
   http://neurosurgery.mgh.harvard.edu/newwhobt.htm

» eMedicine: Juvenile Pilocytic Astrocytoma
   Article by Simon Lo, MD provides details about the disease. Includes staging, testing, treatment options, and pictures.
   http://www.emedicine.com/radio/topic367.htm