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| June 12th, 2002 | |
Disability DefinitionsThese disability definitions have been compiled from information available from disability organizations. The information here is for guidance only. It is not to be considered as medical advice. Consult a medical professional if you require a diagnosis or more information. | A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z Aicardi syndrome Linked as: Aicardi Syndrome, Aicardi syndrome is a rare disorder that only affects females. It is characterized by: the partial or complete absence of the corpus callosum, the structure that connects the two hemispheres of the brain); childhood seizures; intellectual disability; and lesions of the eye’s retina. Aicardi syndrome may be related to 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. | |
