In the PNS, one Schwann cell forms a single myelin sheath (Figure 1A). By contrast, in the CNS, the oligodendrocyte sends cell processes to myelinate multiple segments on many axons (Figure 2).

Primary Schwann cell cultures established from patient surgical donations were the primary material for this work. This included three cultures from non-tumor nerve of subjects with NF1 ...

Schwann cells, which are also known as neurolemmocytes, provide the myelin sheath that protects the axons of nerve cells.

Schwann cells, which are also known as neurolemmocytes, provide the myelin sheath that protects the axons of nerve cells. Schwann cells become active immediately after an injury and transform into ...