41. Neurofibrmatosis - Neurologychannel neurofibromatosis is a genetic disorder that primarily affects nervous system function, neural cell growth, and the skin. http://www.neurologychannel.com/neurofibromatosis/

Home Search SiteMap Ask the Dr. ... Medical Store advertisement NEUROFIBROMATOSIS Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis ... Prognosis CONDITIONS ADHD ALS Alzheimer's Disease Autism ... Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Cephalic Disorders Cerebral Palsy Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease Chronic Pain Dementia Encephalitis Epilepsy ... Guillain-Barre Syndrome Headache Huntington's Disease Hydrocephalus Lou Gehrig's Disease ... Traumatic Brain Injury Vertigo TREATMENT OPTIONS Botulinum Toxin Therapy Epidural Injection Trigger Point Injection Vagus Nerve Stimulation RESOURCES neurologychannelMD Clinical Trials Links MDLocator ... What Is a Neurologist? Videos ABOUT US Healthcommunities.com Pressroom Testimonials print this ... email this Overview Neurofibromatosis (NF) is a genetic neurological disorder that affects cell growth in nerve tissue. NF produces tumors of the skin, internal organs, and nerves that may become cancerous (malignant). It also can affect bones, causing severe pain and debilitation and may result in learning disabilities, behavioral dysfunction, and hearing and vision loss. There is no cure for neurofibromatosis. Types Neurofibromatosis can be inherited as an autosomal dominant trait (a parent with the disorder has a 50% chance of passing it to an offspring) or can result from a spontaneous genetic mutation.

42. Neurofibromatosis - Orthopaedic Problems Von Recklinghausen s Disease Orthopaedic Problems. Types of neurofibromatosis. NF-1 - von Recklinhausen s Disease. NF-2. Peripheral NF. Central NF. Incidence. http://www.orthoteers.co.uk/Nrujp~ij33lm/Orthneurofibromatosis.htm

Go Back to SYLLABUS Find in this Page: enter a search term and hit 'enter' (may take a few seconds) Search the Orthoteer Site: Von Recklinghausen's Disease - Orthopaedic Problems Types of Neurofibromatosis NF-1 - von Recklinhausen's Disease NF-2 Peripheral NF Central NF Incidence Inheritence Autosomal Dominant; 50% new mutations Autosomal Dominant Characteristic multi-system disease primarily affecting growth of neural tissue bilateral schwannomas of the 8th cranial nerve mainly Gene locus Chromosome 17 Chromosome 22 Diagnosis: (from the Consensus Development Conference, 1987) Two or more neurofibromas of any type or one plexifrom neurofibroma Axilla or inguinal freckling (Crowe's sign) Optic Glioma Two or more Lisch nodules (Iris hamartomas) A distinctive bony lesion First degree relative affected Clinical Findings: 1. Cafe-au-lait spots Picture melanotic pigmentation in the basal layer of the epidermis in areas of skin not exposed to the sun smooth borders ('Coast of California') [cafe-au-lait spots of Fibrous Dysplasia have jagged borders = 'Coast of Maine'] 2. Fibroma Molluscum

43. Neurofibromatosis neurofibromatosis (NF) is a genetic disorder that causes tumors to grow on nerve tissue, producing skin and bone abnormalities. What Is neurofibromatosis? http://kidshealth.org/parent/system/ill/nf.html

KidsHealth Parents Caring for a Seriously or Chronically Ill Child Neurofibromatosis (NF) is a condition that causes tumors to grow on nerve tissue, producing skin and bone abnormalities. NF is often diagnosed in childhood. The effects of the disease are varied - one child might live almost unaffected by the condition, whereas another might be severely disabled. Children with more severe forms of the disorder are usually diagnosed in infancy. Although there's no specific cure for NF, tumors can usually be removed and related complications can be treated. Children with NF may need special schooling because learning disabilities are seen in about half of children with the disease. What Is Neurofibromatosis? Neurofibromatosis is a neurocutaneous syndrome (a genetic neurological disorder affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and skin) in which tumors, called neurofibromas , grow along nerves in the body, or on or under the skin. The tumors arise from changes in the cells of the nerves and skin, and as they increase in size, they may press on vital areas of the body, causing problems in the way the body functions. It's not uncommon for neurofibromas to first appear during childhood, especially during puberty. One of the first noticeable signs of the disorder is often cosmetic disfigurement caused by these tumors. Neurofibromas can often be removed. Although usually benign (noncancerous), they can sometimes become cancerous. There are two types of neurofibromatosis, referred to as

44. Neurofibromatosis neurofibromatosis (NF) is a genetic disorder that causes tumors to grow on nerve tissue, producing skin and bone abnormalities. What Causes neurofibromatosis? http://kidshealth.org/parent/system/ill/nf_p2.html

KidsHealth Parents Caring for a Seriously or Chronically Ill Child What Causes Neurofibromatosis? Both types of neurofibromatosis are autosomal dominant genetic disorders, which means a child has a 50% chance of inheriting the disease if either parent has NF. Neurofibromatosis can also be the result of a spontaneous change (mutation) in the genetic material of the sperm or egg at conception in families with no previous history of the disease. About half of cases of neurofibromatosis are inherited, and the other half result from genetic mutation. In the past 8 years, researchers have discovered two genes involved in causing neurofibromatosis. The NF1 gene is located on chromosome 17, and NF2 has been traced to chromosome 22. These findings are important because they may eventually lead to the development of a blood test or other genetic test to find out if a relative has NF. Signs and Symptoms Abnormalities of the skeleton, such as the thinning or overgrowth of the bones in the arms or lower leg, curvature of the spine ( scoliosis ), and other bone deformities may also be features of NF1.

45. Neurofibromatosis; Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP) neurofibromatosis Research Program Fact Sheet. neurofibromatosis Research Program Integration Panels. neurofibromatosis Research Program Peer Review Participants. http://cdmrp.army.mil/nfrp/

Vision Decrease the impact of neurofibromatosis Mission Promote research directed toward the understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of neurofibromatosis, as well as enhance the quality of life for persons with the disease Congressional Appropriations for Peer-reviewed Research $110.3 million in FY96-03 $20 million in FY04 Funding Summary 103 awards in FY96-02 Neurofibromatosis Research Program Fact Sheet Neurofibromatosis Research Program Integration Panels Neurofibromatosis Research Program Peer Review Participants Neurofibromatosis Research Program Awards Books ... Publications Last updated March 29, 2004 (mmp)

46. Funding Opportunities-FY04 NFRP, Congressionally Directed Medical Research Progr neurofibromatosis Research Program. Synopsis of FY04 NFRP Award Mechanisms provides a brief description and key elements of all award mechanisms. http://cdmrp.army.mil/funding/04nfrp.htm

Neurofibromatosis Research Program Synopsis of FY04 NFRP Award Mechanisms - provides a brief description and key elements of all award mechanisms. FY04 NFRP Program Announcements Proposal preparation instructions for each FY04 NFRP award mechanism are detailed in separate program announcements, and can be accessed by clicking on either the Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF link in the following table: Clinical Trial Award Microsoft Word Adobe PDF Electronic submission of proposals must be accomplished via the CDMRP eReceipt Online Proposal Submission site, and can be accessed at https://cdmrp.org/proposals For PDF file download assistance, click here To determine if your institution is designated as an HBCU/MI for FY04 NFRP, consult the following list: U.S. Department of Education Accredited Postsecondary Minority Institutions List For further information, please send e-mail to: cdmrpmaster@cdmrp.army.mil - for download related questions cdmrp.pa@det.amedd.army.mil - for program related questions CDMRP Home Site Map Search Contact Us ... Publications Last updated May 4, 2004 (ldm)

47. Dermatlas: Online Dermatology Image Library Dermatology Image,neurofibromatosis, Dermatlas Dermatology Images neurofibromatosis,dermatology image,café au lait spot images. Match ALL words Match ANY word. Dermatology Images, http://dermatlas.med.jhmi.edu/derm/result.cfm?Diagnosis=83

48. AAOS Online Service Fact Sheet Neurofibromatosis neurofibromatosis. neurofibromatosis, sometimes known as Elephant Man’s disease, is a genetic disorder (can be passed from parent to child). http://orthoinfo.aaos.org/fact/thr_report.cfm?Thread_ID=402&topcategory=Pediatri

49. Neurofibromatosis - 1 of Dermatology University of Iowa College of Medicine. neurofibromatosis - (von Recklinghausen s Disease) - Back - Cafe au lait macules and neurofibromas. http://tray.dermatology.uiowa.edu/NF-001.htm

Dept. of Dermatology - University of Iowa College of Medicine Neurofibromatosis - (von Recklinghausen's Disease) - Back - Cafe au lait macules and neurofibromas Return to Image Index page. Return to Image Index page. Return to Dermatology's Home page. August, 1996

50. Neurofibromatosis - 2 of Dermatology University of Iowa College of Medicine. neurofibromatosis - (von Recklinghausen s Disease) - Low Back - Cafe au lait macule and neurofibroma. http://tray.dermatology.uiowa.edu/NF-002.htm

Dept. of Dermatology - University of Iowa College of Medicine Neurofibromatosis - (von Recklinghausen's Disease) - Low Back - Cafe au lait macule and neurofibroma Return to Image Index page. Return to Image Index page. Return to Dermatology's Home page. August, 1996

51. Neurofibromatosis, Cancer, Oncology, Malignancy, Tumors On The Nursefriendly Nat neurofibromatosis. neurofibromatosis The NF Website, www.nf.org The neurofibromatoses (NF) are a set of genetic disorders http://www.nursefriendly.com/nursinglinks/directpatientcare/cancer.oncology.mali

Neurofibromatosis Neurofibromatosis ... The NF Website, www.nf.org ... The neurofibromatoses (NF) are a set of genetic disorders which cause tumors to grow along various types of nerves and, in addition, can affect the development of non-nervous tissues such as bones and... 218 Pages Found, 9 Links Found, 809 Score, http://www.nf.org Information on adding your web site to the Link Directory Link Directory created by a Registered PRO Zeus 5900 cyber-robotics.com Add Your Website/URL Ask A Nurse Contact us ... Search Our Site, Or Search The Internet For: Canadian Pharmacies Health Insurance Medical Equipment, Supplies, Durable Goods Nursing ... http://www.NursingMail.com - Check Your Mail - Free Nursing E-mail Accounts Nursing Discussion Forums, Top 10 Threads Put male nurses in panties!? What is your specailty Who is my nurse? Patients are confused. Having a tough time... ... fingerprints to drive? what's your take? ...by views See also: If you do any Browsing or Windowshopping online, please visit our online Mall http://www.nursefriendly.com/shopping/ RN-to-BSN Degree Program Online, No Classroom Attendance Required! http://www.nursefriendly.com/jacksonville/ ... 4nursinguniforms.com :"Choose from Top Nursing Uniform Companies. All sizes, styles and popular name brands available. Large selection of accessories as well: Accessories Blood Pressure Cuffs, Sphygnomanometers Nursing Tote Bags, Carry-Ons, Medical Bags Clinical, Medical Supplies, Nurses Discount Outlet: Angels, Books, Clothing , Equipment, Figurines, Holidays, Home Decor, Jewelry, Nurses, Office Decor, Scrubs, Shoes, T-Shirts Footwear, Shoes, Sandals, Discount, Bargains Gifts For Nurses (Nurses Week) Hosiery, Socks, Stockings Hats, Jackets, Jumpers Jewelry, Earrings, Necklaces, Watches Luxury Spas, Facials, Manicures, Pedicures Perfumes, Fragrances, Phermones Shoes, Boots, Sandals, Footwear, High Heels, Slippers Stethescopes, Nurse Kits, Replacement Parts Swimwear (Tan-Through) Women's Lingerie "

52. Neurofibromatosis Disorders and Stroke, NIH The National Organization for Rare Disorders a searchable site that includes information on neurofibromatosis GeneClinics a medical http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/disease/Neurofib.html

This Genes and Disease page has been moved to: Please update your bookmarks. If you are not automatically transported to the new page after 15 seconds, click on this link Genome View on chromosome 22 Databases PubMed the literature LocusLink collection of gene-related information OMIM catalog of human genes and disorders Information Fact sheet from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, NIH The National Organization for Rare Disorders a searchable site that includes information on neurofibromatosis GeneClinics a medical genetics resource NEUROFIBROMATOSIS , type 2 (NF-2) is a rare inherited disorder characterized by the development of benign tumors on both auditory nerves. (acoustic neuromas). The disease is also characterized by the development of malignant central nervous system tumors as well. The NF2 gene has been mapped to chromosome 22 and is thought to be a so-called 'tumor- suppressor gene'. Like other tumor suppressor genes (such as p53 and Rb), the normal function of NF2 is to act as a brake on cell growth and division, ensuring that cells do not divide uncontrollably, as they do in tumors. A mutation in NF2 impairs its function, and accounts for the clinical symptoms observed in neurofibromatosis sufferers. NF-2 is an autosomal dominant genetic trait, meaning it affects both genders equally and that each child of an affected parent has a 50%% chance of inheriting the gene. We are learning more about the function of the NF2 gene through studies of families with neurofibromatosis type 2 and through work in model organisms, particularly mice. The exact molecular function of NF2 in the cell is still unknown, although the protein is similar to the ERM family of cytoskeleton-membrane linker proteins. Further work on the binding partners of NF2 would help to identify potential specific targets for future drug therapies.

53. Neurofibromatosis Genes and Disease PDF Document The Nervous System neurofibromatosis neurofibromatosis, type 2, (NF2) is a rare inherited disorder http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/bv.fcgi?call=bv.View..ShowSection&rid=gnd.sect

54. Descripción Neurofibromatosis Translate this page neurofibromatosis. Las más importantes por su frecuencia son las formas 1 y 2. neurofibromatosis tipo I (NF1). La neurofibromatosis http://salud.discapnet.es/discapacidades y deficiencias/deficiencias auditivas/n

55. Asociación Catalana De Las Neurofibromatosis - Página Principal Translate this page Las neurofibromatosis (NF) son un conjunto de desórdenes genéticos causantes de innumerables tumores que crecen a lo largo de diversos tipos de nervios y que http://www.acnefi.com/castella/gamhome.htm

Las Neurofibromatosis (NF) son un conjunto de desórdenes genéticos causantes de innumerables tumores que crecen a lo largo de diversos tipos de nervios y que, también pueden afectar al desarrollo de tejidos no nerviosos como los huesos o la piel. Buscar en la web: Las Neurofibromatosis GAM Contactar Actividades ... Agradecimientos ACNefi és miembro de Eurordis FEDER WebMaster

56. Eye Conditions > Neurofibromatosis -- EyeMDLink.com Last Updated 10/21/2001. neurofibromatosis. neurofibromatosis is an inherited disorder characterized by the growth of tumors known as hamartomas. http://www.eyemdlink.com/Condition.asp?ConditionID=299

57. Guidelines Of Care For Neurofibromatosis Type 1 Guidelines of Care for neurofibromatosis Type 1 Copyright Ó 1997 by the American Academy of Dermatology, Inc. Guidelines of care for neurofibromatosis type 1. http://www.aadassociation.org/Guidelines/neurofibro.html

Guidelines of Care for Neurofibromatosis Type 1 This report reflects the best data available at the time the report was prepared, but caution should be exercised in interpreting the data; the results of future studies may require alteration of the conclusions or recommendations set forth in this report. Reprint request: American Academy of Dermatology, P.O. Box 4014, Schaumburg, Il 60168-4014. (Provided free of charge) J AM ACAD DERMATOL 1997;37:625-30. Guidelines of care for neurofibromatosis type 1 Task Force : Lawrence F. Eichenfield, MD, Chairman, Moise L. Levy, MD, Amy S. Paller, MD, Vincent M. Riccardi, MD, and the Guidelines/Outcomes Committee* I. Introduction The American Academy of Dermatology’s Guidelines/Outcomes Committee is developing guidelines of care for our profession. The development of guidelines will promote the continued delivery of quality care and assist those outside our profession in understanding the complexities and scope of care provided by dermatologists. For the benefit of members of the American Academy of Dermatology who practice outside the jurisdiction of the United States, the listed treatments may include agents that are not currently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. II. Definition

58. Neurofibromatosis NF1 Therapy Homepage International Center for neurofibromatosis. NF1 Therapy Belgrade. LIST OF LITERATURE OF LASERSURGICAL THERAPY OF neurofibromatosis (NF1) BY DR. KATALINIC. http://home.t-online.de/home/dr.katalinic/home_eng.htm

International Center for Neurofibromatosis NF1 Therapy Belgrade Madtec Information Center * Besserer Str. 24/2 * D-89073 Ulm * Germany Diese Seite in Deutsch, bitte This therapy was established by Dr. D. Katalinic list of literature of several of his works. NF 1 therapy as practiced by Dr. Katalinic and Dr Ciric aims at removing all tumors from the patient's skin. It is performed by laser beam using a combination of carbon dioxide and YAG lasers that develops extremely powerful action enabling substantially radical removal of the tumors. Laser surgery was adopted for treatment of NF 1, because as many as 1,000 fibromas may need to be removed. During the past 10 years, the Center for Neurofibromatosis Therapy has treated several hundred patients in multiple sessions. Treatment is carried out on an in-patient basis under general anesthesia at the modern health care facilities of modern Private Clinic - Laser Center in Belgrade. The results of treatment are highly positive. By being relieved of the unsightly and troublesome tumors, patients experience distinct improvement in their psychological well-being and quality of life. Pic. 1: Neurofibromatosis patient - partially treated

59. Neurofibromatosis Society Of Ontario: Neurofibromatosis Society Of Ontario - Res The neurofibromatosis Society of Ontario provides support and resource information on neurofibromatosis 1 neurofibromatosis 2. NF 1 and NF 2 can be genetic http://www.nfon.ca/

Your browser does not support script The NF Society of Ontario is an organization made up of volunteers providing support and services to NF families. In addition to assisting individuals and families, the NF Society of Ontario works closely with clinical and research professionals who specialize in the treatment of NF. If you wish further assistance regarding patient care, support groups, or any other information about NF, please feel free to: E-Mail us or call us at: Toll Free: 1-866-THE-NFSO or 866-843-6376 Neurofibromatosis Society of Ontario 180 Circle Lake Road North Bay, Ontario NF Information Support Services Get Involved News Centre ... "upnorthwebs.com"

60. 4-3-1 neurofibromatosis type 2 and central neurofibromatosis. Leonard I. Malis, MD. It is a very different disease from von Recklinghausen s neurofibromatosis, NF1. http://www.neurosurgery.org/journals/online_j/mar98/4-3-1.html

Neurosurg Focus 4 (3): Article 1, 1998 Neurofibromatosis type 2 and central neurofibromatosis Leonard I. Malis, M.D. The Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York City, New York Neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2) is a rare disease, affecting only approximately 1000 patients in the entire United States. The diagnosis requires the presence of bilateral acoustic neuromas, but many other tumors of the nervous system are also present. It is a very different disease from von Recklinghausen's neurofibromatosis, NF1. The remarkable genetic research in recent years has defined the origin of NF2 to be the lack of a specific suppressor protein, known as Merlin. While we await a method to replace this protein, the neurosurgical care of these patients is a formidable problem. The author reviews his personal series of 41 patients with NF2 treated during the past 30 years and presents 10 cases in detail to demonstrate their considerable range of differences and the treatment problems they have posed. Key Words * neurofibromatosis type 2 * bilateral acoustic neurofibromatosis * central neurofibromatosis * bilateral acoustic neuromas * bilateral vestibular schwannomas * Merlin * schwannomin Nevertheless I was surprised at the high incidence of serious spinal tumors in the NF2 patients. In the earlier years of this series, after an NF2 patient developed a midthoracic paraparesis a few days after removal of her first acoustic neuroma and required an emergency laminectomy for a previously asymptomatic undiagnosed T-8 meningioma, I began to study the patients for possible spinal tumors. The tumors were originally diagnosed by myelography, and then later and more easily by magnetic resonance (MR) imaging. These imaging studies were normal in only seven of the 41 patients, and in 12 patients imaging of the spine indicated that the laminectomy had to take precedence, usually causing postponement of the removal of acoustic tumors until the patient recovered from the spinal tumor removal.

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