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Subependymal grey matter heterotopia

Case contributed by Ahmed Elhusseiny
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Epilepsy

Patient Data

Age: 5 years
Gender: Female

Bilateral diffuse nodular lesions are seen along the ependymal surface of the lateral ventricles. These nodular lesions are seen to display isointense signal to grey matter on all pulse sequences. No focal cortical dysplasia or white matter abnormality.

Case Discussion

This case demonstrates a classic appearance of bilateral diffuse subependymal grey matter heterotopia.

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