Management and Treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type I

Authors

  • Andrew Ferrier, MD, PhD, FRCPC, FAAD University of Alberta, Division of Dermatology, Stratica Dermatology

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.58931/cdt.2024.53123

Abstract

Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is an autosomal dominant tumour suppressor syndrome associated with benign and malignant tumours, predominantly affecting the skin and nervous system. NF1, the most prevalent neurocutaneous syndrome, and the focus of this review, has a frequency of ~ 1/1,900-1/3,500 people worldwide. Disease manifestations can present at birth and emerge with age, negatively impacting multiple clinical domains and imparting a profound impact on a patient’s quality of life and life expectancy. Given its progressive nature and marked clinical variability, NF1 warrants a multidisciplinary approach to management and treatment.

Author Biography

Andrew Ferrier, MD, PhD, FRCPC, FAAD, University of Alberta, Division of Dermatology, Stratica Dermatology

Dr. Andrew Ferrier is board certified in both Canada and the U.S. and practices in Edmonton and Fort McMurray, Alberta. Dr. Andrew Ferrier received his BA in Biology from Lake Forest College as an NCAA student-athlete and completed his PhD and post-doctoral fellowship in Cellular and Molecular Medicine at the University of Ottawa where he published numerous manuscripts detailing the pathological mechanisms underlying neuromuscular disease. Following his PhD, he completed his medical degree at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine as an Indigenous learner where he received the prestigious Canadian Medical Hall of Fame award. Dr. Ferrier completed his dermatology residency at the University of Alberta. Dr. Ferrier is passionate about indigenous health, medical, surgical dermatology, and clinical trials. Dr. Andrew Ferrier holds the position of Director of Clinical Trials with Stratica Dermatology and is enthusiastic about new leading edge medical advancements that help his patients. 

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2024-10-02

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Ferrier A. Management and Treatment of Neurofibromatosis Type I. Can Dermatol Today [Internet]. 2024 Oct. 2 [cited 2024 Oct. 16];5(3):5–9. Available from: https://canadiandermatologytoday.com/article/view/5-3-Ferrier

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