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Familial band heterotopias simulating tuberous sclerosis
F J DiMario1, R J Cobb, G R Ramsby
1Department of Pediatrics, University of Connecticut, Farmington 06030.
Neurology
|July 1, 1993
Summary
A mother and daughter presented with seizure disorders and band heterotopias, mimicking tuberous sclerosis complex. This highlights a rare genetic migrational anomaly that clinicians should recognize.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Neuroimaging
- Clinical Genetics
Background:
- Band heterotopias are a type of neuronal migrational anomaly.
- Seizure disorders are common neurological conditions.
- Tuberous sclerosis complex is a genetic disorder with neurological manifestations.