Table of Contents

Preface 1. Introduction and History 2. The Many Faces of NF 3. The Pathogenesis of NF1 and NF2 4. Genetics and Genetic Counseling in NF1 and NF2 5. Diagnosis and Overall Management of NF1 6. Neurofibromas and Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumors in NF1 7. Other Neural Tumors and Nervous System Abnormalities in NF1 8. Cognitive Function and Learning Disabilities in NF1 9. Other Features of NF1 10. Diagnosis and Overall Management of NF2 11. Management of Particular NF2 Features 12. Schwannomatosis 13. Psychosocial Impact of Neurofibromatosis 14. Practical and Quality-of-Life Issues 15. Research About Neurofibromatosis Glossary Appendix: The National Neurofibromatosis Foundation, Inc. Index