Medulloblastoma

A medulloblastoma is a rare, fast-growing, malignant tumor that forms when brain cells begin to grow uncontrollably and form a mass. The tumor originates in the cerebellum, which is responsible for controlling movement and coordination. Symptoms include changes in appetite, headache, vomiting, drowsiness and coordination problems. Because medulloblastomas are most often found in children, you and your family deserve the utmost care within the AdventHealth Neuroscience Institute network.

Rare cancers like medulloblastomas present unique challenges that our highly skilled neurologists and neurosurgeons address with a broad range of traditional and minimally invasive surgeries. Surgery to remove large medulloblastoma tumors is often necessary due to their rapid growth rate, and our advanced procedures help our surgeons reach parts of the brain that are otherwise difficult to access. Rest assured that we'll be with you and your family at every step of your treatment.