RecruitingNCT06981156

Evaluation of the Neurologic Assessment in Pediatric Neuro-Oncology (pNANO)

Sponsor

University of Wisconsin, Madison

Enrollment

75 participants

Start Date

May 13, 2025

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Pediatric Brain Tumor Pediatric Spine Tumor

Summary

This study aims to investigate a neurologic exam scale to provide an objective and more standard way to assess tumor response in pediatric patients with brain and spinal cord tumors.

Eligibility

Min Age: 1 YearMax Age: 17 Years

Inclusion Criteria4

greater than or equal to 1 year old
must be seen in the pediatric clinic
Radiographic or histologic confirmation of a brain or spine tumor at the time of initial diagnosis
Patient or parent/guardian must be able to understand the consent and be willing to sign a written informed consent document according to institutional guidelines.

Exclusion Criteria1

none specified

Interventions

DIAGNOSTIC_TESTpNANO Assessment

pNANO assesses patient gait, strength, cerebellar function, visual fields, visual acuity, facial strength, level of consciousness, extraocular movement, dysarthria, and dysphagia The patient will be assessed by 2-3 different clinicians during each of 2 visits.