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Hemimegalencephaly--a case for hemispherectomy?

M King, J B Stephenson, M Ziervogel

    Neuropediatrics
    |February 1, 1985
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    Hemimegalencephaly, a rare brain disorder, can cause severe seizures. Early hemispherectomy surgery may offer a favorable outcome for infants with this condition, improving head growth and seizure control.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Pediatric Neurology
    • Developmental Neuroscience

    Background:

    • Hemimegalencephaly is a congenital brain malformation characterized by an enlarged cerebral hemisphere.
    • It often presents with intractable, drug-resistant seizures from birth, posing significant challenges in infant management.
    • Histological findings include disturbed cortical architecture and subcortical heterotopias.