Synonym for neurofibroma ... <oncology, tumour> A neurofibroma is a smooth, polypoid, soft or firm tumour that arises from the Schwann cells and fibroblasts of the neurilemmal sheath. They may grow anywhere in the myelinated nervous system. ... (27 Sep 1997) ... 
(fi″bro-ndbobr-ro´mә) neurofibroma.
Type: Term Pronunciation: fī′brō-nū-rō′mă Synonyms: neurofibroma