The MEKtrix: Decoding the Real-World Impact of Therapeutic Advances in Neurofibromatosis Type 1–Associated Plexiform Neurofibroma Management Across Pediatric and Adult Populations

 | Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) presents unique diagnostic and management challenges due to its multisystem involvement and complex neuro-oncologic manifestations. Despite recent advances, including the use of mitogen-activated protein kinase inhibitors, many neurology and neuro-oncology clinicians face difficulties translating novel and emerging clinical trial data into everyday practice, particularly in identifying candidates for mitogen-activated protein kinase inhibitors, managing adverse events, and coordinating multidisciplinary care. Limited experience with NF1 further contributes to gaps in long-term disease monitoring and personalized treatment planning. To close these gaps, clinicians must be equipped with practical, case-based strategies to improve early disease recognition, evidence-based management, and interprofessional collaboration that includes a team-based approach to address both clinical and psychosocial needs in the journey of patients with NF1.   In this CE Concepts live symposium, expert faculty will assess neuro-oncologic features of NF1, including tumor types and neurological signs, to support early recognition and guide clinical decision-making; evaluate the use of mitogen-activated protein kinase inhibitors in the management of NF1-associated plexiform neurofibromas in pediatric and adult patients, including team-based care to manage adverse events; and develop evidence-based, interprofessional care plans that reflect current clinical standards and support individualized, longitudinal management.  

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