Challenging Management of Plexiform Schwannoma and Plexiform Neurofibroma




Nicoli Taija K, Saat Riste, Tarkkanen Jussi, Kinnunen Ilpo, Mäkitie Antti A, Jero Jussi

PublisherLippincott Williams & Wilkins

2022

 Journal of Craniofacial Surgery

The Journal of craniofacial surgery

J Craniofac Surg

33

3

803

808

1049-2275

1536-3732

DOIhttps://doi.org/10.1097/SCS.0000000000008381

https://journals.lww.com/jcraniofacialsurgery/Abstract/9000/Challenging_Management_of_Plexiform_Schwannoma_and.91976.aspx

https://helda.helsinki.fi/handle/10138/351298



Plexiform variants of neurofibromas and schwannomas are rare and typically arise in superficial soft tissues in the head and neck region. The treatment of these tumors is challenging and no generally accepted guidelines exist for their optimal management. The purpose of this study was to review the management and long-term prognosis of head and neck plexiform neurofibromas and schwannomas at 2 tertiary care academic hospitals in Finland over a 31-year period. The pathology files were searched for plexiform neurofibromas and schwannomas between the years 1990 and 2020. The case notes were reviewed for full management details. Two plexiform schwannomas and 6 plexiform neurofibromas were identified. Five of the 6 plexiform neurofibromas were managed operatively. All patients with a surgically managed plexiform neurofibroma underwent multiple operations. Sclerotherapy abolished 1 patient's cutaneous plexiform neurofibromas. The management of plexiform neurofibromas and plexiform schwannomas remains challenging. Sclerotherapy may offer a promising management option for cutaneous plexiform neurofibromas.



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