Lissencephaly - pachygyria spectrum

Case contributed by Ammar Haouimi
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Left hemiparesis.

Patient Data

Age: 1 year
Gender: Female

Asymmetry of the cerebral hemispheres, the right is smaller than the left with reduced white matter and enlarged CSF spaces. Thickening of the right hemispheric cortex with poorly formed gyri and a smooth outer surface.

Case Discussion

Case of a lissencephaly - pachygyria spectrum.

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