neurofibromatosis
Nerve Tumor Genetic Condition
Plain-language definition
A genetic condition causing tumors on nerves. NF1 can cause optic pathway gliomas and Lisch nodules on the iris; NF2 can cause vision and hearing loss.
Where this term comes up
“They are most common in children and are frequently associated with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1).”
Condition · Optic Pathway Glioma
“Neurofibromatosis (NF1)-optic pathway gliomas”
“Associated with neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2) in some cases”
Condition · Optic Nerve Sheath Meningioma
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