Neurilemmoma

Overview

A neoplasm that arises from SCHWANN CELLS of the cranial, peripheral, and autonomic nerves. Clinically, these tumors may present as a cranial neuropathy, abdominal or soft tissue mass, intracranial lesion, or with spinal cord compression. Histologically, these tumors are encapsulated, highly vascular, and composed of a homogenous pattern of biphasic fusiform-shaped cells that may have a palisaded appearance. (From DeVita Jr et al., Cancer: Principles and Practice of Oncology, 5th ed, pp964-5)

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Quick facts about Neurilemmoma

Topic type

Condition

Category

Oncology

MeSH classification

C04.557.465.625.650.595|C04.557.580.600.610.595|C04.557.580.625.650.595

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