Hydranencephaly
Hydranencephaly is a rare and extreme form of porencephaly. The hemispheres of the cerebrum are absent and replaced by sacs filled with cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). In most cases, the cerebellum and brainstem are formed normally.
Causes
Vascular injuries, infections, or trauma after the 12th week of pregnancy result in malformations of the brain.
Signs and Symptoms
Some infants with hydranencephaly may have seizures; sudden, rapid, involuntary twitches or jerks (...Read the full article
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Hydranencephaly, Schizencephaly
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