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Neurofibromatosis 2


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Alternate Names : Bilateral Acoustic Neurofibromatosis (BAN), Central Bilateral Acoustic NF, NF2

Definition

Neurofibromatosis 2 (NF2) is a genetic disorder that causes tumors to form on the nerves of the central nervous system, in the brain, and on the spine.

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NF2 is inherited, and the main risk factor is having a family history of NF2. Inheritance is autosomal dominant. If a parent has NF2, the chances of a child having it are 50-50.

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Review Date : 11/3/2003
Reviewed By : Celeste Krauss, M.D., Board Certified Clinical Genetics, Clinical Cytogenetics and Pediatrics. Founding Fellow, American College of Medical Genetics. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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