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The South West NF2 Service provides care for children and adults with Neurofibromatosis Type 2.
Neurofibromatosis Type 2, more commonly known as NF2, is a genetic condition which causes benign tumours to develop throughout the nervous system, typically in the brain and spine. It is very rare and only affects about one in 35,000 people.
Services are provided at the John Radcliffe Hospital (Oxford), Princess Anne Hospital (Southampton), Southmead Hospital (Bristol) and Derriford Hospital (Plymouth).
For referral information please see For professionals