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Neurofibromatosis type 1 secondary prevention

Introduction

Overview

Overview

Neurofibromatosis type 1 has a wide range of commorbidities, regular multidisciplinary follow-ups are mandatory. Annual mammogram and ophtalmologic examination should be made in patients with neurofibromatosis type 1. Neurocognitive evaluation and blood pressure measurements should be done regularly to record evolution and detect secondary causes of impairment.

Secondary Prevention

Secondary Prevention

References

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Ly KI, Blakeley JO (November 2019). “The Diagnosis and Management of Neurofibromatosis Type 1”. Med. Clin. North Am. 103 (6): 1035–1054. doi:10.1016/j.mcna.2019.07.004. PMID 31582003.
  2. ↑ Ly KI, Blakeley JO (November 2019). “The Diagnosis and Management of Neurofibromatosis Type 1”. Med. Clin. North Am. 103 (6): 1035–1054. doi:10.1016/j.mcna.2019.07.004. PMID 31582003.

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