NCIt synonyms : Central Neurofibromatosis; Neurofibromatosis 2; Bilateral Acoustic Neurofibromatosis;
NCIt related terms : NF2; acoustic neurofibromatosis;
NCIt definition : An autosomal dominant disorder caused by mutations in the NF2 tumor suppressor gene.
It is characterized by the development of peripheral and central nervous system tumors
including acoustic schwannomas, neurofibromas, gliomas, and meningiomas.;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A genetic condition in which tumors form on the nerves of the inner ear
and cause loss of hearing and balance. Tumors may also occur in the brain and on nerves
in the skull and spinal cord, and may cause loss of speech, eye movement, and the
ability to swallow.;
Codes from synonyms : CDR0000256540; CDR0000533840; CDR0000256542;