Brain Stem Tumors

Brain stem tumors grow where the brain and the spinal cord (the brain stem) connect. Symptoms can vary depending on the size, location and position of the tumor. As it grows, the mass puts pressure on the brain tissue and can cause headaches, problems with speech and swallowing, hearing loss, weakness, vision abnormalities, vomiting or behavioral changes.

Within the AdventHealth Neuroscience Institute network, our state-of-the-art facilities care for anyone affected by brain stem tumors. We specialize in minimally invasive treatments that use laser technology to remove tumors or reduce their size, decreasing the risk of damage to critical body functions controlled by the brain stem, including breathing and swallowing.