Neurofibroma epidemiology and demographics
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sara Mohsin, M.D.[2], Shanshan Cen, M.D. [3]
Overview
Overview
Neurofibroma usually occurs between 20-40 years of age, and affects men and women equally. However, plexiform neurofibromas are thought to be congenital defects, hence, they occur earlier in life.
Epidemiology and Demographics
Epidemiology and Demographics
Age
- Neurofibroma usually affects individuals between 20 and 40 years of age.
- Plexiform neurofibromas occur earlier in life and are thought to be congenital defects.[1]
Gender
- Neurofibroma affects men and women equally.
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