Search: central nervous system

spinal cord

The portion of the central nervous system enclosed in the spinal column, consisting of nerve cells and bundles of nerves that connect all parts of the body with the brain….

Research snapshot – CNS tumours in Australian children Youlden 2021

What is known? Central Nervous System (CNS) tumours occur in the brain and spine. They account for an estimated 21% of childhood cancers diagnosed worldwide and represent the most common cause of childhood cancer-related deaths in high-income countries. What is…

neurologist

A doctor who specialises in the structure, function and diseases of the nervous system (including the brain, spinal cord and peripheral nerves)….

glial cell

A type of nervous system cell that surrounds and holds neurons in place; nourishes them; and gets rid of dead cells and germs. Also called neuroglia.

neurosurgeon

A surgeon who specialises in operations on the nervous system….

chemotherapy pump

A portable device that allows a person to receive chemotherapy at home. The pump is usually attached to a central line and carried around a person’s waist in a bag or belt holster.

Hickman line

A type of central venous access device inserted into a vein in the chest.