Consensus recommendations for current treatments and accelerating clinical trials for patients with neurofibromatosis type 2.

ABSTRACT: Neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2) is a tumor suppressor syndrome characterized by bilateral vestibular schwannomas (VS) which often result in deafness despite aggressive management. Meningiomas, ependymomas, and other cranial nerve and peripheral schwannomas are also commonly found in NF2 and collectively lead to major neurologic morbidity and mortality. Traditionally, the overall survival rate in patients with NF2 is estimated to be 38% at 20 years from diagnosis. Hence, there is a desperate need for new, effective therapies. Recent progress in understanding the molecular basis of NF2 related tumors has aided in the identification of potential therapeutic targets and emerging clinical therapies. In June 2010, representatives of the international NF2 research and clinical community convened u

SUBMITTER: Blakeley JO 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3319201 | biostudies-literature | 2012 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature