Schwannomatosis a Rare Entity: Classic Imaging features
Journal Title: Journal of Orthopaedic Science and Research - Year 2021, Vol 2, Issue 2
Abstract
Schwannomatosis is rare neurocutaneous disorder. It is characterised by multiple schwannoma without involvement of vestibular apparatus. Being genetically different from NF2, now considered third form of neurofibromatosis. Imaging plays an important role in diagnosing schwannomatosis and helps in differentiating it from NF2.
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Ritu Sharma, Suresh Kumar*, Sandeep Moudgil, Anupam Jhobta
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- DOI http://dx.doi.org/10.46889/JOSR.2021.2204
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