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An Orthotopic Sciatic Nerve Xenograft for Neurofibromatosis Type 1 Neurofibromas
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[Plexiform cervical neurofibroma: about a case].
Lamiae Bouimetarhan1, Habib Bellamlih1, Issam En-Nafaa1
1Service de Radiologie, Hôpital Militaire d'Instruction Mohammed V, Université Mohammed V, Rabat, Maroc.
The Pan African Medical Journal
|September 1, 2018
Summary
Plexiform neurofibroma, a rare tumor of peripheral nerves, is a key indicator of neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1). This case highlights a cervical tumor revealing NF1 in a young girl.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Neurology
- Genetics
Background:
- Plexiform neurofibroma is a rare, benign peripheral nerve tumor.
- It is pathognomonic for neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1), also known as Von Recklinghausen disease.
- Diagnosis can be challenging, especially in early stages or without overt NF1 signs.

