Central nervous system
Central nervous system


Neurofibromatosis-2

Definition:
A neurocutaneous (involving the nervous system and skin) disorder similar to neurofibromatosis-1 (NF1) but associated with the presence of acoustic neuromas.

Alternative Names:
Von Recklinghausen neurofibromatosis; Type 2 neurofibromatosis; NF2


Review Date: 10/5/2001
Reviewed By: Victoria Kennedy, RN, A.D.A.M. editorial.

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