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Neurofibromatosis : a handbook for patients, families, and health care professionals /

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Korf, Bruce R.
Other Authors: Rubenstein, Allan E., 1944-
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York : Thieme Medical Publishers, [2005]
Edition:Second edition.
Subjects:
Neurofibromatosis 1.
Table of Contents:
  • Introduction and history
  • The many faces of neurofibromatosis
  • The pathogenesis of neurofibromatosis 1 and neurofibromatosis 2
  • Genetics and genetic counseling in neurofibromatosis 1 and neurofibromatosis 2
  • Diagnosis and overall management of neurofibromatosis 1
  • Neurofibromas and malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors in neurofibromatosis 1
  • Other neural tumors and nervous system abnormalities in neurofibromatosis 1
  • Cognitive function and learning disabilities in neurofibromatosis 1
  • Other features of neurofibromatosis 1
  • Diagnosis and overall management of neurofibromatosis 2
  • Management of particular neurofibromatosis 2 features
  • Schwannomatosis
  • Psychosocial impact of neurofibromatosis
  • Practical and quality-of-life issues
  • Research about neurofibromatosis