A PRIMER OF BRAIN TUMORS

August 19, 1991
Fifth Edition

A Patient's Reference Manual

...in the hope that; through knowledge; comes comfort; and strength...
American Brain Tumor Association
3725 North Talman Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60618
(312)286-5571
Copyright, 1991

We suggest you use this booklet as a reference. Read those topics which apply to your situation at the present time. In the future, you may find it helpful to read other sections.

Section 1 -- What is a brain tumor?
Section 2 -- What are the parts of the brain and what does each part do?
Section 3 -- Who gets brain tumors?
Section 4 -- What are the symptoms of brain tumors?
Section 5 -- How are brain tumors diagnosed?
Section 6 -- What are the different types of brain tumors?
Section 7 -- How are brain tumors treated?

Single copies of these publications are available free of charge. Medical professionals, please write or call for quantity order form.

American Brain Tumor Association,

2720 River Road,

Des Plaines, Illinois 60018

(708) 827-9910

Patient Line: (800) 886-2282

FAX: (708) 827-9918

A PRIMER OF BRAIN TUMORS

A Patient's Reference Manual

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