Neurofibroma
Subject
Subject Source: Medical Subject Headings
Scope Note: Notes = A moderately firm, benign, encapsulated tumor resulting from proliferation of SCHWANN CELLS and FIBROBLASTS that includes portions of nerve fibers. The tumors usually develop along peripheral or cranial nerves and are a central feature of NEUROFIBROMATOSIS 1, where they may occur intracranially or involve spinal roots. Pathologic features include fusiform enlargement of the involved nerve. Microscopic examination reveals a disorganized and loose cellular pattern with elongated nuclei intermixed with fibrous strands. ,Created For = LHSA-Dott
Found in 21 Collections and/or Records:
PR2.19670, 1958
Item
Identifier: LHB1 CC/24/PR2.19670
Scope and Contents
Correspondence relating to male patient from Edinburgh and the Lothians aged 50 at first examination in 1958. Conditions mentioned include: neurofibroma right ulnar nerve; scar pain; and paraesthesiae. No treatment given. Patient discharged.
Dates:
1958