Fibrous tumour originating from the nervous tissue

Relevant Physiology

Etiology

Genetic diseases (autosomal dominant) -> non-cancerous growths

Pathogenesis

Fibroma c.t. neuron, schwann cells, surronding connective tissues

Classifications

Neurofibromatosis Type 1

Neurofibromatosis Type 2

Prognosis/Disease Course

• Non-curable

Investigation

Tests available:

Decision Process (linear):

Decision Process (diagram):

Management

• Surgical management
• Bevacizumab (anti VEGF) & other targeted therapies