A disorder affecting the myelin of peripheral nerve fibres, in contrast to one affecting axons (axonopathy). ... (05 Mar 2000) ... 
Type: Term Pronunciation: mī′ĕ-lin-op′ă-thē Definitions: 1. A disorder affecting the myelin of peripheral nerve fibers, in contrast to one affecting axons (axonopathy).
myelinopathy Any disease or dysfunction of myelin.