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Aicardi Syndrome - A Medical Dictionary, Bibliography, and Annotated Research Guide to Internet References by ICON Health Publications, 2004-08-23 The Official Parent's Sourcebook on Aicardi Syndrome: A Directory for the Internet Age by Icon Health Publications, 2003-11 Aicardi syndrome: An entry from Thomson Gale's <i>Gale Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders, 2nd ed.</i> by Paul Johnson, 2005

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1. Aicardi Syndrome Foundation
   Information about the disease, a medical survey, where to get help, publications and a chat room for support.  
   http://www.aicardisyndrome.org/
   
   Extractions: Welcome What is Aicardi Syndrome? Support and Contacts Information from Parents ... Resources Welcome to the Aicardi Syndrome website. We are glad you have found us! We hope that this site can provide information and comfort to families and friends of children diagnosed with Aicardi Syndrome. If you are here because of a newly diagnosed child, please let us know who you are. Visit our support and contacts page to sign up for our newsletter , join our email support group , and contact your regional coordinator . These resources can hopefully answer some of the questions you may have, as well as provide support. Si prefiere leer esta informacion en español, haga click aqui

2. AICARDI SYNDROME: Contact A Family - For Families With Disabled Children: Inform
   General information, including associated conditions, plus inheritance patterns.  
   http://www.cafamily.org.uk/Direct/a28.html
   
   Extractions: helpful? yes no Aicardi syndrome is a very rare neurological condition due to a congenital abnormality of brain development. The characteristic features consist of under development or absence of the development (agenesis) of a brain structure known as the corpus callosum, a form of epilepsy (infantile spasms) and an abnormality to the structure and appearance of the retina of the eyes. It is an example of one of the syndromic causes of agenesisof the corpus callosum . In Aicardi syndrome, in addition to the structural abnormality of the corpus callosum, other structures within the brain can also be abnormal. This can result in a variety of types of brain cyst and/or abnormal structure within areas of both grey or white matter of the brain. Learning Disability is a constant feature and varies from moderate to the more commonly seen severe picture. The associated epilepsy classically takes the form of 'infantile spasms' or is 'spasm-like.' Other types of epileptic fit may be seen. The epilepsy usually occurs by two months of age, it is often difficult and remains difficult to control. Investigating it with electroencephalogramstudies may reveal a pattern characteristic of these spasms (hypsarrhythmia). This form of epilepsy is sometimes referred to as

3. Aicardi Syndrome
   provides a summary, list of synonyms, and the major features.  
   http://www.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/jablonski/syndromes/syndrome015.html
   
   Extractions: Syndrome Aicardi syndrome Synonyms chorioretinal anomalies-corpus callosum agenesis-infantile spasms syndrome corpus callosum agenesis-chorioretinal abnormality syndrome corpus callosum agenesis-chorioretinopathy-infantile spasms syndrome corpus callosum agenesis-ocular anomalies-salaam seizures syndrome Summary A syndrome of infantile spasms, typical bowing of the head (salaam seizures), chorioretinopathy, retarded mental and motor development, agenesis of the corpus callosum, and costovertebral anomalies. Major Features Head and neck: Skull abnormalities include frontal bossing, occipital flattening, and plagiocephaly. Eyes: Chorioretinal lacunae and, less frequently, unilateral microphthalmia, eyelid twitching, optic nerve coloboma, nystagmus, and retinal detachment. Mouth and oral structures: Occasional cleft lip and palate. Thorax: Absent or abnormal ribs. Extremities: Unilateral hip dysplasia may occur. Spine: Vertebral abnormalities include hemivertebrae and scoliosis. Muscles: Hypotonia.

4. MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Aicardi Syndrome
   Definition, symptoms, signs and treatments. Includes support group information plus an illustration.  
   http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001664.htm
   
   Extractions: @import url(/medlineplus/images/advanced.css); Skip navigation Other encyclopedia topics: A-Ag Ah-Ap Aq-Az B-Bk ... Z Contents of this page: Corpus callosum of the brain Definition Return to top Aicardi syndrome is a rare genetic disorder characterized by infantile spasms (jerking), absence of the corpus callosum (the connection between the two hemispheres of the brain), mental retardation, and lesions of the retina of the eye or optic nerve. Causes, incidence, and risk factors Return to top The cause of Aicardi syndrome is unknown at this time, but is presumed to be a genetic disorder carried on the X-chromosome in some cases and a random, sporadic mutation in others. There are less than 500 cases of Aicardi worldwide. Symptoms Return to top Children are most commonly diagnosed with Aicardi Syndrome between the ages of three months and five months, if they meet the following criteria: Female sex (or XXY genotype male) Retinal lacunae lesions of the retina Seizures typically beginning as infantile spasms, a type of epileptic disorder in infants

5. NINDS Forwarding Page
   Information sheet compiled by National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke with general information, and a list of organisations.  
   http://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/disorders/aicardi.htm

6. Aicardi Syndrome Information Page National Institute Of
   aicardi syndrome information sheet compiled by NINDS.  
   http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

7. Aicardi Syndrome Foundation
   aicardi syndrome is a rare genetic disorder identified by the French The number of identified cases of children with aicardi syndrome is very difficult  
   http://www.aicardisyndrome.org/index.php?pname=whatis

8. Agenesis Of The Corpus Callosum Information Page National
   of the forebrain to divide into lobes.) Girls may have a genderspecific condition called Aicardi's syndrome, which causes severe mental  
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9. Aicardi Syndrome
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10. Aicardi Syndrome Information Page: National Institute Of Neurological Disorders
    aicardi syndrome information sheet compiled by NINDS.  
    http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/aicardi/aicardi.htm
    
    Extractions: Aicardi Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder characterized by the partial or complete absence of the structure that links the two hemispheres of the brain, the corpus callosum . The disorder affects only girls. Onset of Aicardi Syndrome generally begins between the ages of 3 and 5 months with infantile spasms, a type of childhood seizure. Symptoms include seizures, mental retardation and lesions on the retina of the eye that are specific to the disorder. Aicardi Syndrome may be associated with other brain defects such as a smaller than average brain and cavities or gaps in the brain filled with cerebrospinal fluid. Is there any treatment?

11. Aicardi Syndrome
    View the Full Record. Syndrome aicardi syndrome. Synonyms chorioretinal anomaliescorpus callosum agenesis-infantile spasms syndrome  
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12. EMedicine - Aicardi Syndrome : Article By Marc P Difazio, MD
    aicardi syndrome In 1965, a French neurologist, Dr Jean Dennis Aicardi, described 8 children with infantile spasm-in-flexion, agenesis of the corpus  
    http://www.emedicine.com/ped/topic58.htm
    
    Extractions: (advertisement) Home Specialties Resource Centers CME ... Patient Education Articles Images CME Advanced Search Consumer Health Link to this site Back to: eMedicine Specialties Pediatrics Genetics And Metabolic Disease Last Updated: April 19, 2005 Rate this Article Email to a Colleague Synonyms and related keywords: callosal agenesis, ocular abnormalities, syndrome of spasm-in-flexion, Aicardi's syndrome, brain malformations, agenesis of the corpus callosum, dysmorphic facies, cleft lip, cleft palate, seizure, epilepsy, infantile spasm, mental retardation, hemivertebrae, fused vertebrae, rib abnormalities, scoliosis, chorioretinal lacunae, pathognomonic lesions, retinal colobomata AUTHOR INFORMATION Section 1 of 11 Author Information Introduction Clinical Differentials ... Bibliography

13. MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia Aicardi Syndrome
    Additional information can be found at the aicardi syndrome web site www.aicardisyndrome.org Expectations (prognosis) Return to top  
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14. Aicardi Syndrome
    aicardi syndrome is a rare disorder characterized by the agenesis of the corpus callosum, infantile spasms, mental retardation, and lacunae of the retina.  
    http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/921381662.html
    
    Extractions: Subscribe now >> Aicardi syndrome is a rare disorder characterized by the partial or complete agenesis (absence) of the corpus callosum (the structure that links the 2 hemispheres of the brain), infantile spasms (a form of childhood seizure), mental retardation, and an ocular (eye) abnormality called lacunae (lesions) of the retina of the eye. Aicardi syndrome may be associated with other brain defects such as microcephaly (small brain) or porencephalic cysts (cerebrospinal fluid-filled cavities or gaps in the brain). Onset of Aicardi syndrome generally begins between the ages of 3 and 5 months. The disorder affects only females. Is there any treatment? There is no cure for Aicardi syndrome nor is there a standard course of treatment. Treatment, which is symptomatic, generally involves management of seizures and intervention programs for mental retardation. What is the prognosis?

15. Aicardi Syndrome Foundation
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16. AICARDI SYNDROME Contact A Family - For Families With Disabled
    printer friendly aicardi syndrome search this site home how we can help medical information index of conditions about the  
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18. Bienvenue Sur Aicardi.info - A.A.L. Syndrome D'Aicardi Acceuil
    information sur le syndrome d'aicardi changes et soutien entre parents  
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19. Aicardi Syndrome
    Penn State Children s Hospital provides world class care and services to patients.  
    http://www.hmc.psu.edu/childrens/healthinfo/a/aicardi.htm

20. Aicardi Syndrome / The Family Village Library
    Who to Contact Where to Go to Chat with Others Learn More About It Web Sites Search Google for "aicardi syndrome"  
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