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  • Meningioma
  • Neurofibromatoses
  • Neurofibromatosis 1
  • Neuroma, Acoustic
  • Optic Nerve Glioma

Neurofibromatosis

Neurofibromatosis is a group of autosomal dominant neurocutaneous disorders marked by a predisposition to tumor formation, particularly involving nerve sheaths. The 3 types neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1), type 2 (NF2), and schwannomatosis are distinct clinical entities with differing genetic mutations and manifestations. NF1 is characterized by the presence of neurofibromas, cafe-au-lait spots, freckling, optic gliomas, and bony dysplasias. Bilateral vestibular schwannomas and meningiomas are characteristic of NF2; however, neurofibromas do not occur in this syndrome. Therefore, the name NF2 is a misnomer, and a new and more accurate name for NF2-related schwannomatosis has been established based on an international consensus recommendation. Neurofibromatosis types 1 and 2 treatment involves clinical monitoring and medical intervention when appropriate. Schwannomatosis is the rarest form, marked by multiple peripheral and spinal schwannomas, often causing chronic pain. Vestibular involvement is uncommon, differentiating it from NF2. This course explores the complexities surrounding this neurocutaneous disorder, including the differentiation between the types of neurofibromatosis and the underlying genetic etiologies. This activity for healthcare professionals is designed to enhance the learner’s competence in identifying neurofibromatosis, performing the recommended evaluation, and implementing an appropriate interprofessional approach when managing this condition.

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Credit types

AAPA Category 1 Credit™Up to 1.5 creditsAMA PRA Category 1 Credit™Up to 1.5 creditsNursingUp to 1.5 creditsPharmacyUp to 1.5 credits

MOC types

ABS — Accredited CMEUp to 1.5 pointsABOS — Accredited CMEUp to 1.5 pointsABPATH — Lifelong LearningUp to 1.5 pointsABTS — Accredited CMEUp to 1.5 pointsABIM — Medical KnowledgeUp to 1.5 pointsABS — Self-AssessmentUp to 1.5 pointsABP — Lifelong Learning and Self-AssessmentUp to 1.5 pointsABOHNS — Self-AssessmentUp to 1.5 pointsABTS — Self-AssessmentUp to 1.5 points

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  • Article / monograph / reference
  • Credit · Up to 1.5 credits
  • MOC · Up to 1.5 points
  • Fee varies · this provider typically $49–98
  • Released
    Sep 1, 2026
  • Last day to claim credit
    Sep 1, 2029 3 years left

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