The phrase "cord tumors" refers to abnormal growths that can occur in the spinal cord. These tumors can cause problems with the body's nervous system and may require medical treatment. Full definition
It is often difficult for surgeons to see whether the entire tumor has been removed during surgery to remove complex brain or spinal cord tumors. (uofmhealth.org)
Last year, the run / walk raised enough funds to provide a grant to the Pediatric Brain and Spinal Cord Tumor Research Initiative, headed by Dr. Charles Rubin, a pediatric oncologist at Comer Children's Hospital. (uchospitals.edu)
Brain and spinal cord tumors Minimally invasive spine surgery Epilepsy and seizures Head and spinal cord injuries Hydrocephalus and normal pressure hydrocephalus Neurovascular problems: including brain aneurysm, aortic aneurysm and abdominal aortic aneurysm, carotid artery disease and arteriovenous malformations Parkinson's disease, essential tremor and other movement disorders Pain syndromes and peripheral nerve disease Degenerative scoliosis, lumbar and cervical stenosis (spineuniverse.com)