neurocutaneous disorders Flashcards
what are neurocutaneous disorders?
examples
what is neurofibromatosis?
what is neurofibromatosis 1?
describe the genetics
what are nerve findigns in neurofibromatosis 1?
neurofibromas - reign tumours, develop on nerves, appear as bumps on trunk face etc
what are eye findings in neurofibromatosis 1?
lisch nodules - brown spots on iris
what are skin findings in neurofibromatosis 1?
cafe au lait spots - light brown macule
freckles, clusters in skin folds, esp axilla and groin
what are other findings in neurofibromatosis 1?
what can patients with neurofibromatosis 1 develop?
what is the diagnostic criteria for neurofibromatosis 1?
how do features evolve in neurofibromatosis 1?
what is NF2?
key features?
what is a schwanomma?
what is tuberous sclerosis?
hallmark? clinical features?
what are the genetics behind tuberous sclerosis?
what does tuberous sclerosis lead to in the body?