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Recessive (true) microcephaly: a case report with neuropathological observations
B D McCreary1, J P Rossiter, D M Robertson
1Departments of Psychiatry and Pathology (Neuropathology), Queen's University and Kingston General Hospital, Ontario, Canada.
Journal of Intellectual Disability Research : JIDR
|February 1, 1996
Abstract:
The clinical and pathological features of a severely retarded 77-year-old man with recessive (true) microcephaly are reported. This case demonstrates that this major developmental error can be consistent with normal longevity.
Insights
This case study reports on a 77-year-old man with true microcephaly, a severe developmental disorder. The findings indicate that this condition does not preclude a normal lifespan.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Genetics
- Developmental Biology
Background:
- Microcephaly is a congenital condition characterized by a smaller head circumference than normal.
- Recessive (true) microcephaly is a rare genetic form with significant developmental implications.