Certain factors affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options. The prognosis and treatment options depend on: - The type of brain stem glioma. - Where the tumor is found in the brain and if it has spread within the brain stem. - The age of the child when diagnosed. - Whether or not the child has a condition called neurofibromatosis type 1. - Whether the tumor has just been diagnosed or has recurred (come back). 
What is the outlook for Childhood Brain Stem Glioma ?