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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Psychiatry
  • Genetics

Background:

  • Pachygyria, a rare neuronal migration disorder, is infrequently associated with psychiatric manifestations.
  • Bipolar disorder, particularly mania, is exceptionally rare in cases of pachygyria.

Observation:

  • We present a unique case of a patient experiencing mania and seizures.
  • Diagnostic workup revealed pachygyria as the underlying cause.

Findings:

  • This case illustrates the complex interplay between neurological and psychiatric conditions.
  • The pathophysiology of pachygyria and its potential genetic links to bipolar disorder are discussed.

Implications:

  • This case emphasizes the critical role of detailed patient history and neuroimaging in diagnosing psychiatric presentations.
  • Early and accurate diagnosis can lead to better management of complex neurological and psychiatric comorbidities.