Epidemiological and clinical burden associated with plexiform neurofibromas in pediatric neurofibromatosis type-1 (NF-1): a systematic literature review
ConclusionsData suggest NF-1 is a rare disease with increased morbidity and mortality in children with associated PNs. Surgical outcomes for PNs are often poor. These findings suggest significant unmet needs in patients with NF-1-associated PNs.
Source: Neurological Sciences - Category: Neurology Source Type: research
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