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Noncancerous Tumors in the Central Nervous System

As the top cancer care centers in NJ, our top cancer care centers in NJ also specialize in treating benign tumors in the central nervous system. These are noncancerous tumors that do not spread to other parts of the body. Meningioma is one such type of benign brain tumor that accounts for one-fourth to one-third of all brain cancers, and is more deadly than breast cancer. These tumors have cells that look mostly normal and many can be cured with surgery, though their position may not support surgery and can require other interventions such as chemotherapy, radiation therapy or Gamma Knife therapy.

To differentiate these tumors from others, it is vital to have a specialized team of oncologists and other medical professionals at the ready We have these specialists on staff to ensure that benign tumors can be accurately distinguished and treated with the latest advancements.

To contact one of New Jersey’s best brain and spine cancer specialists call
844-CANCERNJ or 844-226-2376.

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