Schwannoma

Schwannoma

Definition

A benign, usually encapsulated slow growing tumor composed of Schwann cells. It affects peripheral and cranial nerves. It recurs infrequently and only rare cases associated with malignant transformation have been reported.

Also known as benign neurilemmoma, benign schwannoma, neurilemmoma, neurinoma, peripheral fibroblastoma, schwannoma, schwannoma (WHO grade I), schwannoma, benign — per MONDO

Also identified as

Affected Organs

Organ Involvement Source
Nervous system Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Nervous system Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0