Table of Contents

1. Introduction; 2. Molecular biology of NF1; 3. Clinical manifestations of NF1: patient review; 4. Cognitive function and academic performance in children with NF1; 5. Cognitive deficit and MRI T2 signal abnormalities in NR1; 6. Optic gliomas in NF1: the role of visual evoked potentials in screening and an approach to assessment and management; 7. MRI as a diagnostic tool in NF1.

About the Author

Kathryn North, New Children's Hospital, Parramatta, Australia

Foreword by Bruce R. Korf
With contributions by David Gutman
Preface by Peter G. Procopis

Reviews

'It is a well written thesis which contains an updated review of the literature of the subject and underscores the author's expertise in neurofibromatosis ... is to be recommended to paediatricians, neurologists and ophthalmologists interested in neurofibromatosis.' J. J. De Laey, Oogheelkunde, Universiteit Gent 'Any doctor who is involved in the management of children with NF1 will find this book useful.' Evan Reid, Journal of Medical Genetics ' ... a very readable book that provides a wealth of information'. Doody's Health Sciences Book Review Journal