Plexiform neurofibromas in neurofibromatosis type 1.
Plexiform neurofibroma developing in neurofibromatosis type 1 is a fascinating overture whereby diagnosis is primarily based on clinical characteristics, the details of which are outlined. Nonetheless, it is imperative to establish a clear-cut clinical status vis-á-vis the adjoining tissues. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) may provide an additional supplement to the diagnosis and an aid to further management of the condition.
Sehgal
Virendra N
VN
Dermato-Venereology (Skin/VD) Centre, Sehgal Nursing Home, Panchwati, Delhi, India. drsehgal@ndf.vsnl.net.in
Srivastava
Govind
G
Aggarwal
Ashok K
AK
Oberai
Rakesh
R
D006801:Humans; D018318:Neurofibroma, Plexiform / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology*; D009456:Neurofibromatosis 1 / Q000150:complications*