Glossary
Term | Definition |
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acoustic neuromas | synonym for vestibular schwannoma, a benign brain tumor that tracks with the hearing nerve |
auditory brainstem implant | device to enhance sound detection in those with neurosensory hearing loss |
Café au lait (CAL) spots | localized irregular-shaped hyperpigmentation of skin as compared to general complexion |
cochlear implant | device to enhance sound detection in those with neurosensory hearing loss |
ependymoma | tumor of the central nervous system |
freckles in armpits/groin | small tan spots in splotchy pattern in the armpit or groin areas |
intracranial tumor | tumor inside the skull |
lisch nodules | pigmented markings in the iris of the eye |
malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumor | soft tissue cancer often derived from plexiform neurofibroma |
meningioma | tumor of the brain lining |
MRI | magnetic resonance imaging to detect internal abnormalities |
neurofibromas on your skin | small bumpy tumors on your skin |
optic nerve pathway glioma | benign brain tumor that tracks with the optic nerve |
osteoporosis/osteopenia | decreased bone mineral density |
peripheral schwannoma | nodular tumor from the nerve sheath |
plexiform neurofibroma | diffuse, inflitrating tumor from the nerve sheath |
scoliosis | curvature of the spine |
sphenoid wing dysplasia | bone deficiency of the eye socket |
tinnitus | ringing in the ear |
vestibular schwannomas | benign brain tumor that tracks with the hearing nerve |