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DH340 : The Class : Genetics : Patterns : Mucosa Disorders Gallery:
Neurofibromatosis of von Recklinghausen Syndrome

Etiology

Autosomal dominant

 

 

Predilection

 

 

Location

Skin

Oral mucosa especially tongue

Clinical Appearance

Multiple nodes on tongue and other mucosa

Microscopic Features

Same as neurofibroma and neurofibrosarcoma


Treatment

Surgical removal of neurofibromas

Diagnostic Process

Clinical

Family history

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