“…Spindling of the transverse processes, foraminal enlargement, saccular dilatations, and pencilling of vertebral margins and apical ribs may contribute to costovertebral subluxation and dislocation of the rib head towards the neural foramen. 11,13,14 Spinal deformities of NF generally progress rapidly and cause serious cosmetic problems. In some cases, during the first diagnosis or during follow-up, some neurologic deficits can be seen.…”