What is Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)?

A simple animated video about Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), a genetic condition that causes lumps to grow on the nerves. We explain why it occurs, the main signs, the complications to be aware of, and how it is managed.

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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:36 Features of NF1
2:19 Managing NF1

REFERENCES:
Evans D G, Howard E, Giblin C, Clancy T, Spencer H, Huson S M & Lalloo F (2010) Birth incidence and prevalence of tumour-prone syndromes: estimates from a UK family genetic register service. Am J Med Genet A: 2010 Feb; 152A (2):327-32. Doi: 10.1002/ajmg.a.33139
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2...

Ferner R., Huson S., Thomas N., Moss C., Willshaw H., Evans G., Upadhyaya M., Towers R., Gleeson M., Steiger C. & Kirby A. (2007) Guidelines for the diagnosis and management of individuals with neurofibromatosis 1. Journal of Medical Genetics 44, 81–88. 10.1136/jmg.2006.045906 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/1...

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This video was developed with the Childhood Tumour Trust (CTT), with special thanks to Dr Carly Jim, Manchester Metropolitan University and Vanessa Martin, CTT
http://childhoodtumourtrust.org.uk

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2. Information is accurate at time of production and has been approved by the CTT medical board, but no responsibility can be taken for decisions made following watching this, if you have any concerns please seek medical advice.

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Script: Dr Wikum Jayatunga MBBS BSc MSc MFPH (Public Health)
Whiteboard Animation by Russ Law: https://www.russlaw.co.uk/