Giant plexiform neurofibroma of the upper limb and anterior chest wall: case report and review of the literature

Abstract

Plexiform neurofibroma is generally accepted as a component of neurofibromatosis type 1. It is frequently seen on the head and neck regions, and extremity involvement is rare. In this report, a case of giant plexiform neurofibroma located on the upper extremity and anterior chest wall is presented.