Surgical Management of 'Kissing' Spinal Plexiform Neurofibromas in Neurofibromatosis Tyne 1 Patient

摘要

BACKGROUND: "Kissing" neurofibromas (KNs) are a unique group of spinal tumors found in neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) patients. These are bilateral neurofibromas that approximate each other at the same level, with significant impingement compression of the cord or thecal sac. The best management options and surgical strategies for NF1 patients with KN have not been standardized.