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Haemangioblastoma (The Brain Tumour Charity – UK)

Haemangioblastomas are tumours that grow from blood vessel cells. They are low grade, very slow growing, although some people (for example with Von Hippel-Lindau syndrome) can have multiple tumours. This website from the UK explains what is a haemangioblastoma, what causes it, common symptoms, and how it is treated.

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Haemangioblastomas (Cancer Research UK)

Haemangioblastomas are rare non cancerous (benign) brain tumours. They start in the cells that line the blood vessels in the brain, spinal cord and brain stem. This UK website provides a brief overview of what Haemangioblastomas are, symptoms, treatment options, and follow up.

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Resources on neurofibromatosis

Neurofibromatosis refers to a group of rare genetic conditions, including neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1), schwannomatosis and NF2-related schwannomatosis (formerly known as neurofibromatosis type 2). It leads to an increased risk of developing tumours throughout the body, including the brain. Here we provide a list of links to other organisations…

Types of Brain Tumours

Haemangioblastoma (The Brain Tumour Charity – UK)

Haemangioblastomas (Cancer Research UK)

Resources on neurofibromatosis

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