Neurofibroma, pigmentedD31.6

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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pigmented; plexiform neuroma; tendril novelty

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Histological variant of an encapsulated neurofibroma with numerous melanocytes diffusely penetrating the tumor parenchyma.

Clinical featuresThis section has been translated automatically.

Pastille-shaped, blue-black, gross tumor.

Differential diagnosisThis section has been translated automatically.

Malignant melanoma, blue nevus.

TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.

Excision.

LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.

  1. Altmeyer P (1976) On the histology of the pigmented tendral neuroma. Arch Derm Res 264: 161-168
  2. Tamer E et al (2003) Multiple nodular plexiform neurofibromas in a neurofibromatosis 1 family: a familial tendency? A case report and review of the literature. Int J Dermatol 42: 357-358

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer