Geometry.Net - the online learning center
Home  - Health_Conditions - Cerebellar Vermis Agenesis

e99.com Bookstore
  
Images 
Newsgroups
Page 4     61-80 of 91    Back | 1  | 2  | 3  | 4  | 5  | Next 20
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  

         Cerebellar Vermis Agenesis:     more detail
  1. Defective development of the cerebellar vermis (partial agenesis) in a child: With 17 figures in the text (Norsk videnskaps-akademi i Oslo. Skrifter. I. Mat.-naturv. klasse, 1945) by Alf Brodal, 1945

61. Microcephaly
Trisomy 18. Trisomy 13. Xeroderma Pigmentosum. Non Genetic. 1. Congenital CNSAnomalies agenesis of the cerebellar vermis; agenesis of the Corpus Callosum;
http://www.manbir-online.com/diseases/microcephaly.htm
Various Departments Interesting Topics Medi News Medical Tidbits Cardiac Care ... Alternative Systems
Sorry, your browser doesn't suppor Java.
Microcephaly
Microcephaly is a rare, neurological disorder in which the circumference of the head is smaller than the average for the age and gender of the infant. Microcephaly may be congenital or it may develop in the first few years of life. This disorder may be caused by a wide variety of conditions that effect the growth of brain. It is often associated with chromosomal abnormality. Infants with microcephaly may be born with a normal or reduced head size. The head fails to grow while the face continues to develop at a normal rate, producing a child with a small head, a large face, and a loose, often wrinkled scalp. As the child grows the smallness of the head becomes more obvious. Whole body is also underdeveloped. Motor functions and speech are delayed. Motor ability may vary, and it may be clumsy movements or even quadriplegia (paralysis of both upper and lower limbs). Hyperactivity and mental retardation are common. Convulsions may also occur.

62. Glossary Of Terms Associated With Lissencephaly
agenesis of the corpus callosum, the corpus callosum failed to develop duringpregnancy. cerebellar vermis, 1. either of two parts of the median lobe of the
http://homepage.ntlworld.com/foliot/liss/lissgloss.htm
Glossary of terms associated with Lissencephaly Having struggled to understand detailed clinical and genetic papers on Lissencephaly I thought a glossary of specific terms would help make things a little clearer. For a list of abbreviations Click Here A B C ... X Y Z A a- not, absent - like a genesis absence seizure transitory interruption of conciousness without convusion (petit mal) agenesis of the corpus callosum the corpus callosum failed to develop during pregnancy agyria absence of gyri giving a smooth surface to part or all of the brain allele a gene found in the same location on a pair of homologous chromosomes anoxia no oxygen apnea a temporary cessation of breathing ataxia inability to coordinate voluntary muscle movements; unsteady movements and staggering gait atonic drop attack seizure which involves a sudden loss of muscle control autosomal an inheritance pattern indicating that the gene involved is not on one of the sex chromosomes. It is the opposite of sex-linked, or X-linked, or Y-linked. aversive seizure seizure in which the head, eyes, or trunk turn to one side

63. NEURORADIOLOGY
can occur in the interhemispheric fissure in association with agenesis of the enlargedposterior fossa containing a huge cyst with the cerebellar vermis absent
http://www.indianradiologist.com/neuroradiology23.htm
NEURORADIOLOGY
Case 23 : Diagnosis please!
Fig 1 Fig 2 Fig 3 Fig 4
SCROLL FOR ANSWER
Diagnosis
Interhemispheric dorsal cyst Discussion
Interhemispheric dorsal cyst is usually associated with anomalies such as agenesis of corpus callosum, holoprocencepaly and Dandy Walker malformation Examination of the brain in holoprocencepaly reveals fused thalami, absence of the interhemispheric fissure and falx cerebri, a large crescent-shaped holoventricle, absence of the septum pellucidum, and, most often, a large dorsal cyst. This cyst will usually occupy more than half of the volume of the calvarium. When the lobes of thalami separate and the third ventricle can be identified, the diagnosis of semilobar or lobar holoprosencephaly should be entertained. The recognition of a sagittal sinus within the falx and a torcula make lobar holoprosencephaly most likely. If a dorsal cyst is seen, alobar or semilobar prosencephaly should be given first consideration. Dandy-Walker malformation can be associated with hypogenesis of the corpus callosum and interhemispheric cyst. MRI will shows an enlarged posterior fossa containing a huge cyst with the cerebellar vermis absent. A large CSF-intensity region can be present dorsal and superior to the genu. Both lateral ventricles can be identified and are separate from the cyst.

64. References
Bordarier, C. Aicardi, J. (1990). DandyWalker syndrome and agenesis ofthe cerebellar vermis Diagnostic problems and genetic counseling.
http://web.syr.edu/~sndrake/postrefs.htm
REFERENCES
Child's Brain, 11 Anderson, E.M. (1975). Cognitive deficits in children with spina bifida and hydrocephalus: A review of the literature. British Journal of Educational Psychology, 43 Developmental Medicine and Child Neurology, 32 Brunt, D. (1984). Apraxic tendencies in children with meningomyelocele . Adapted Physical Quarterly, 1 Fernell, E., Gillberg, C., 6 Von Wendt, L. (1991). Autistic symptoms in children with infantile hydrocephalus. Acta-Paediatrica Scandinavia, 80 Horn, D.G., Lorch, E.P., Lorch, R.F., Q Culatta, B. (1985) . Distractibility and vocabulary deficits in children with spina bifida and hydrocephalus. Developmental Medicine and Child Neurology, 27 Neurologia Scandinavia, 65 Kalat, J.W. (1984) . Biological Psychology . Belmant, Calif: Wadsworth. Krishnamoorthy, K.S., Kuehnle, K.J., Todres, DeLong, G.R. (1984) . Neurodevelopmental outcome of survivors with posthemorrhagic hydrocephalus following grade II neonatal intraventricular hemorrhage. Annals of Neurology, 15 Levinson, H.N. (1989). The cerebellar-vestibular predisposition to anxiety disorders.

65. INTERACTIONS OF TASK DEMANDS, PERFORMANCE, AND NEUROLOGY
Bordarier, C. Aicardi, J. (1990). DandyWalker syndrome and agenesis ofthe cerebellar vermis Diagnostic problems and genetic counselling.
http://web.syr.edu/~sndrake/intract.htm
This article was originally published in the August 1993 issue of Facilitated Communication Digest (vol. 1, no. 4). In accordance with the reprint policy of the newsletter, this article may be reproduced for non-commercial use, as long as reproductions include proper attribution regarding author and original source. INTERACTIONS OF TASK DEMANDS, PERFORMANCE, AND NEUROLOGY Stephen Drake Facilitated Communication Institute Those of us who have read the works of researchers such as Margaret Bauman and Eric Courchesne have been hearing a lot regarding the role that the cerebellum may play in autism. The cerebellum is a structure located behind and below the cerebral cortex. It is known that the cerebellum plays an important role in regulating complex motor activities. Apparently cerebellar function is central to activities combining both motoric and cognitive components, such as writing and speech (Leiner et al, 1991). Interpretation of the difficulties individuals may exhibit with complex tasks may be difficult. The cerebellum also plays an important role in maintaining homeostasis of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. It is these systems that govern our "fight or flight" response. Levinson (1989) noted the association of anxiety to physiological symptoms relating to cerebellar-vestibular functions. The cerebellar-vestibular disturbances that he identified include: imbalance; dyscoordination; disturbances of muscle tone; impaired motion-processing; disturbances in orientation; triggering of perseveration mechanisms; and secondary destabilization of the autonomic nervous system. Clinical evidence related by Levinson demonstrates that anxiety levels affect the cerebellar-vestibular functioning of "normal" subjects. It would seem reasonable to assume that individuals with preexisting cerebellar-vestibular dysfunction are even more sensitive to the disruptive effects of anxiety.

66. Pseudotumor Cerebri
Associated with other neurologic abnormalities Microgyria or Macrogyria;Porencephaly; agenesis of corpus callosum or cerebellar vermis;
http://www.fpnotebook.com/NEU26.htm
Home About Links Index ... Editor's Choice Paid Advertisement (click above). Please see the privacy statement Neurology CSF Cognitive ... Headache Pseudotumor cerebri Laboratory Cerebrospinal Fluid CSF Latex Agglutination CSF Blood ... Lumbar Puncture Pseudotumor cerebri Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension Book Home Page Cardiovascular Medicine Dental Dermatology Emergency Medicine Endocrinology Gastroenterology General Medicine Geriatric Medicine Gynecology Hematology and Oncology HIV Infectious Disease Jokes Laboratory Neonatology Nephrology Neurology Obstetrics Ophthalmology Orthopedics Otolaryngology Pediatrics Pharmacology Prevention Psychiatry Pulmonology Radiology Rheumatology Sports Medicine Surgery Urology Chapter Neurology Index Autonomic Cerebellum Chorea Cranial Nerve Cognitive CSF Cardiovascular Medicine Demyelinating Disability Examination Ophthalmology Gynecology Headache Infectious Disease Laboratory General Level of Consciousness Motor Obstetrics Pediatrics Pharmacology Procedure Psychiatry Radiology Seizure Sensory Sports Medicine Surgery Tremor Page CSF Index Cognitive Hydrocephalus Headache Pseudotumor Cerebri
  • Epidemiology Incidence General Population: 0.9 per 100,000
  • 67. UCLA NEUROSURGERY | Pediatric Diseases & Disorders
    This results in agenesis (failure to develop) of the cerebellar vermis with alarge posterior fossa cyst communicating with an enlarged 4th ventricle.
    http://www.neurosurgery.medsch.ucla.edu/Diagnoses/Pediatric/PediatricDis_3.html
    Dandy-Walker Syndrome
    PEDIATRIC PROGRAM
    PEDIATRIC EPILEPSY SURGERY PROGRAM PEDIATRIC DIAGNOSES INDEX What is Dandy-Walker Syndrome? The Dandy-Walker syndrome is hydrocephalus associated with a posterior fossa cyst and abnormal development of the cerebellum. What causes Dandy-Walker Syndrome? This malformation is thought to occur secondary to atresia (failure to open) of the foramina of Luschka and Magendie. This results in agenesis (failure to develop) of the cerebellar vermis with a large posterior fossa cyst communicating with an enlarged 4th ventricle. Hydrocephalus occurs in 90% of cases. How is Dandy-Walker Syndrome diagnosed? The clinical presentation of the Dandy-Walker syndrome depends to some extent on the combination of the developmental anomalies in the infant. If no other anomalies are present the sole manifestation may be increasing head size secondary to hydrocephalus. The normal signs of increased intracranial pressure may be absent in infants secondary to the ability of the head to increase in size. In older children, cerebellar dysfunction (mainly affecting balance), mental impairment, and double vision may be found. The definitive diagnosis depends upon radiological intervention. Ultrasound, MRI, and CT scan will show the malformation.

    68. Browse By Letter 'C'
    Volume IV 1) Caroli's disease (Volume VII) Carotid agenesis Carotid arteriography tonsilsin chiari i malformation cerebellar vermis Cerebellomedullary cistern
    http://eu.amershamhealth.com/medcyclopaedia/indexc.asp
    Medcyclopaedia About Medcyclopaedia Amersham Health Search for: Type a word or a phrase.
    All forms of the word are searchable.
    Advanced search
    Browse entry words starting with: A B C D ... Other characters
    Try our Medcyclopaedia Premium Edition with added tools and functionality tailored to make your working day easier. The following tools are presently available:
    Expanded search

    *For Medical Professionals only, registration required Entry words starting with C
    C1 vertebra

    C2 vertebra

    Cad

    Cadasil
    ...
    Cytotoxic oedema (Volume VII)
    Welcome to Medcyclopaedia. This site is open to a public audience, still we want to know a little more about our visitors. Please tick off the boxes that match your profile. Do you live in Europe? Yes No Are you a medical professional? Yes No This frame will disappear when submitted Legal Contact us Making Waves

    69. Metabolic And Deficiency Disorders Of The CNS
    Mild form olfactory agenesis Lengthening and downward displacement through the foramenmagnum of the posterior vermis, cerebellar tonsils, posterior fourth
    http://edcenter.med.cornell.edu/CUMC_PathNotes/Neuropathology/Neuropath_II/dev2.
    Developmental and Perinatal
    Disorders of the CNS
    D evelopmental A nomalies
    • Midline neural tube defects:
    • Predominately anterior neural tube defects, occuring early in gestation. The anterior neural tube fails to close properly, or does not divide into two hemispheres. The generic name for this category of malformations is arrhinencephaly.
    • Extreme form: Holoprosencephaly (holotelencephaly): (frontal) (caudal) There is a single cerebral hemisphere with single large ventricular cavity.
    • Mild form: olfactory agenesis Absence of olfactory bulbs and tracts.
    • Frequent associated defects in skull and face (Cleft palate, midline skull defects, cyclops (single eye)).
    • Frequently (but not exclusively) seen in Trisomy 13.
    • Posterior neural tube defects: Result from failure of closure of the posterior neural tube.
    • Spina Bifida Dorsal laminas of vertebral bones (vertebral arches) fail to form. This is called spina bifida occulta, when the skin is closed over the defect. Neural tube (spinal cord and/or meninges) may communicate through the vertebral defect with the skin, which is open over the defect. The dura and arachnoid herniate through the defect in the vertebral arches. Meningomyelocele: spinal cord and/or spinal nerve roots also communicate with the skin; usually in the lumbar region. In a myelocele, there is often defective closure of the spinal cord, which may present as an open discoid plate or a cyst containing meninges and malformed spinal cord. The risk of infection (meningitis) demands prompt closure of the defect as soon as possible.

    70. Future Research Directions In Joubert Syndrome
    congenital cataracts, hydrocephalus, corpus callosum agenesis, hepatic fibrosis Coresymptoms include cerebellar vermis hypoplasia, oligoprenia, ataxia, coloboma
    http://www.ninds.nih.gov/news_and_events/Joubert_Syndrome_2002.htm
    National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke Accessible version Science for the Brain The nation's leading supporter of biomedical research on disorders of the brain and nervous system
    Press releases Current Archived Events Proceedings ... NINDS Notes News articles Current Archived Online events Upcoming Archived
    Of interest..
    Labs at NINDS

    Search NINDS... (help) Contact us
    My privacy
    NINDS is part of the
    National Institutes of

    Health
    Future Research Directions in Joubert Syndrome Get Web page suited for printing
    See special format for printing (PDF)

    Email this to a friend or colleague

    Table of Contents (click to jump to sections) I. Overview and Introduction II. Clinical Approaches to Diagnosis and Management III. Genetics of Brain Development and Behavior IV. Autism and Joubert Syndrome ... Participant List
    Future Research Directions in Joubert Syndrome
    June 27 - 28, 2002 New Orleans, Louisiana
    I. Overview and Introduction
    This conference was funded by the National Institute of Neurologic Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), the Office of Rare Disorders, and the Joubert Syndrome Foundation. It took place on June 27-28, 2000 in New Orleans, and was a follow-up to a 1998 symposium on this disorder. Bernard L. Maria, M.D., M.B.A., chairperson, and Robert Finkelstein, Ph.D., Program Director, Neurogenetics Cluster, NINDS, outlined three goals for the conference. The first goal was to provide an overview of current knowledge during three sessions: clinical approaches to diagnosis and management, genetics of brain development and behavior, and Autism and Joubert syndrome. The second goal was to introduce established researchers from backgrounds in genetics, brain development, and behavior to the disorder. Finally, family representatives and research panelists were to engage in discussion culminating in the definition of future research goals.

    71. Korean Journal Of Radiology
    more on the associated anomalies than on the callosal agenesis itself cleft lip orpalate, median cleft nose, hypertelorism, cerebellar vermis defects, frontal
    http://www.kjronline.org/abstract/view_articletext.asp?year=2002&page=140

    72. Viewpoint On The Brain Disorder In Autism
    Cavanagh et al. (1997) discussed vulnerability of the cerebellar vermis as part of (1998) cited several reports of agenesis or thinning of the corpus callosum.
    http://www.conradsimon.org/AutismText.shtml

    73. Ultrasound - Online CME Courses
    Of DandyWalker Malformation A cerebellar vermis defect (complete Splaying of thecerebellar hemispheres Other anomalies include agenesis of the corpus callosum
    http://www.gemedicalsystems.com/rad/us/education/msucmefh.html
    Search Entire Site Radiology Cardiology Monitoring IT Solutions Education Services Company Info Catalog
    Login
    Register Home Diagnostic Imaging ... Printer Friendly
    Online CME Courses
    Sonographic Evaluation of the Fetal Head Sandra Hagen-Ansert, M.S., RDMS, RDCS
    Baptist Memorial College of Health sSciences
    Memphis, Tennessee
    Table of Contents
  • Objectives Introduction Sonographic Techniques
  • Abnormalities Altering Cranial Shape ...
  • Top Objectives
    • Name the three standard imaging planes to visualize fetal cranial anatomy List the sonographic characteristics of anencephaly List the sonographic characteristics of encephalocele Define the sonographic characteristics suggestive of microcephaly Describe ventriculomegaly List the sonographic characteristics of aqueductal stenosis Describe the three types of holoprosecncephaly List the sonographic characteristics of agenesis of the corpus callosum
    Introduction Congenital anomalies of the brain and skull are commonly encountered by the sonographer. Each year in the United States, approximately 6000 neonates are afflicated with one of these central nervous system (CNS) anomalies. These embryonic defects may be the most devastating for the infant, if not lethal. Using prenatal ultrasound, many anomalies of the brain may be detected. The brain has varying appearances, depending on the fetal age at the time of sonographic inspection. To recognize an abnormality in development, one should have a comprehensive understanding of the normal developmental appearance of the brain.

    74. GE Ultrasound Online CME
    24. Sonographic characteristics of agenesis of the corpus callosum include all except 25.A defect involving the cerebellar vermis with dilatation of the fourth
    http://apps.gemedicalsystems.com/apps3/us_cme/msufhqz.jsp

    75. Praktická Gynekológia 3/2000
    cystic dilatation of the IVth ventricle, communicating with the posterior fossacyst, (2) complete or partial agenesis of the cerebellar vermis, (3) enlarged
    http://www.elis.sk/gynek/gyn300.htm
    Electronic Library of Scientific Literature
    PRAKTICKÁ GYNEKOLÓGIA
    Volume 7 / No. 3 / 2000
    Založenie Sekcie gynekologickej onkológie Slovenskej gynekologicko-pôrodníckej spoloènosti
    PRAKTICKÁ GYNEKOLÓGIA, 7, 2000, è. 3, s. 43
    Intrauterine human foetal sensitization
    Intrauterinná senzibilizácia ¾udského plodu Dorota Stefanovic, Ján Štefanoviè Prevalencia alergických ochorení podmienených tvorbou imunoglobulínu E (IgE) za posledné dve až tri desaroèia sa povážlivo zvýšila. Ukazuje sa, že rizikové faktory napomáhajúce vývoju alergických (atopických) ochorení pôsobia už skoro poèas intrauterinnej ontogenézy. Špecifická imunita k alergénom sa jasne dokázala už poèas intrauterinného vývoja a tehotnos sa spája s pôsobením cytokínov Th2-buniek, èo umožòuje prežitie plodu vrátane schopnosti odpoveda špecifickou imunitnou odpoveïou na prítomné alergény. Dozrievanie imunitného systému charakterizuje vybalancovaná imunita v pomere Th1/Th2, èo podmieòuje genetická výbava jedinca a úèinná modifikácia prostredia. Lepšie poznanie dôležitých úsekov alergických ochorení sa stáva k¾úèovým problémom pre zavedenie potrebných preventívnych opatrení. Treba podporova kooperáciu medzi jednotlivými úsekmi medicíny s cie¾om pripravi nové diagnostické, lieèebné a preventívne možnosti

    76. ICP Monitors
    and may occur in up to 80%; complete agenesis occurs in Caudal displacement of cerebellartonsils. Yes. Caudal displacement of inferior vermis and IVth ventricle.
    http://www.ucch.org/sections/neurosurg/NeuroReview/11-Pediatrics/ChiariMalformat
    Chiari Malformations Definition Historical Arnold-Chiari malformation Classification of Chiari Malformations Type I Caudal displacement of cerebellar tonsils below foramen magnum. Type II Caudal displacement of the cerebellar vermis, IVth ventricle, and lower brainstem below foramen magnum, associated with myelodysplasia. Type III Caudal displacement of the cerebellum and brainstem into a high cervical meningocele. Type IV Cerebellar hypoplasia. Of questionable relation to the others. Embryology day 24 while the posterior neuropore closes 2-5 days later. As the neural tube closes, three flexures form shaping the cephalic end of the tube. First is the cephalic flexure, placing the forebrain at a right angle to the hindbrain. Then the cervical flexure forms. The pontine flexure forms last (about day 29) and is probably caused by increased growth within the rhombencephalon. Because of the pontine flexure formation, the thin roof of the rhombencephalon becomes creased transversely, and this fold is known as the plica chorioidea. It contains the choroid plexus that will come in direct contact with the ependymal lining, and ultimately correlate with the foramina of Luschka. All of the cerebellum will develop rostral to this line and come to overlie the posterior portion of the ventricular roof as a result of later explosive growth. rhombic lip . The paired cerebellar primordia are pushed upward and medially, meeting in the midline and starting their

    77. Adu – Alz
    Http//www.rarediseases.org/cgibin/nord/alphalist?id=2neCxWG3 mv_pc=59. AGENESISOF THE cerebellar vermis. http//www.icondata.com/health/pedbase/pedlynx.htm.
    http://www.healthmednet.com/Adu - Alz.htm
    Adu – Alz URL/LINK Adult Immunization http://www.nfid.org/factsheets/ adult onset diabetes mellitus http://webmd.lycos.com/adam/asset/adam_disease_articles/a_to_z/a Adult Onset Still (Still’s Disease) adult respiratory distress syndrome http://www.healthanswers.com/patco/videos_main.asp adult rhumatic fever http://webmd.lycos.com/adam/asset/adam_disease_articles/a_to_z/a adult rickets http://webmd.lycos.com/adam/asset/adam_disease_articles/a_to_z/a Adult Soft Tissue Sarcomas http://webmd.lycos.com/health_topics/health_topics_az_summary/A Adult Stem Cell - see Stem Cell Research http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=10000056 adult still’s disease http://webmd.lycos.com/adam/asset/adam_disease_articles/a_to_z/a adult-onset diabetes http://webmd.lycos.com/adam/asset/adam_disease_articles/a_to_z/a adult-onset diabetes http://www.healthanswers.com/patco/videos_main.asp Adults with Congenital Heart Disease http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=10000056 Advance Directives http://content.health.msn.com/health_topics

    78. The Indian Journal Of Radiology And Imaging - Current Issue:Radiological Quiz -
    References 1. Joubert M, Eisenring JJ, Robb JP, Andermann F. Familialagenesis of the cerebellar vermis. A syndrome of episodic
    http://www.ijri.org/archives/20011101/radquiz03.htm

    Radiological Quiz : Brain
    AGGARWAL M, LAKHKAR BN, RAGHU HR Ind J Radiol Imag 2001 11:1 : 37-38 A one and a half year old mentally retarded girl was brought to the pediatric department with complaints of abnormal side to side movement of the head, uprolling of the eyes, and panting respiration alternating with attacks of apnea. The child was born of an uneventful pregnancy. Clinical examination showed only delayed milestones, in addition to abnormal movements of the eyes. Cerebrospinal fluid analysis did not show any deviation from normal findings. A CT of the brain (Figs 1-3) was obtained.
    Fig 1: Axial CT Fig 2: Axial CT Fig 3: Axial CT Diagnosis: Joubert Syndrome CT of the brain shows complete absence of the cerebellar vermis, resulting in cerebellar hemispheres apposing each other in the midline (Fig. 1). The 4 th ventricle shows a `batwing' appearance at the level of upper pons (Fig. 2) and a triangular shape at the level of midbrain. The superior cerebellar peduncles are nearly horizontal and can be clearly seen extending anteriorly towards the mid-brain, surrounded by cerebrospinal fluid (Fig. 3). Developmental defects of the cerebellar vermis are classified as; simple aplasia, Joubert syndrome [

    79. Dandy-Walker Syndrome
    Selected references Bordarier, C, and Aicardi, J. DandyWalker Syndrome and Agenesisof the cerebellar vermis Diagnostic Problems and Genetic Counselling
    http://www.clevelandclinic.org/health/health-info/docs/1200/1269.asp?index=6002

    80. Other Images
    cystic dilatation of the 4th ventricle. complete of partial agenesisof the cerebellar vermis. hydrocephalus (which may occur late).
    http://www.adhb.govt.nz/newborn/TeachingResources/Radiology/HUSS/NeonatalOtherHU
    Search Clinical Services Protocols Nursing Opportunities ... Polymicrogyria
    Vein of Galen Malformation
    Click on images to view larger images Vein of Galen malformations involve an aneurysmal dilatation of venous structures in the area of the vein of Galen, although anatomical studies suggest that the vessel involved is actually a primitive vascular structure (the median prosencephalic vein of Markowski) which usually disappears by 11 weeks gestation. There are usually multiple arterial connections to this structure, resulting in a large vascular mass in the central structures of the brain. Associated complications include congestive cardiac failure (secondary to high-output cardiac failure and myocardial ischaemia, with resultant cerebral ischaemia), hydrocephalus (from compression of the aqueduct), thrombosis of the vein of Galen with haemorrhagic infarction, massive haemorrhage from rupture of the aneurysm, and atrophy secondary to compression of adjacent structures by the intracranial vascular mass. Clinical examination usually reveals cardiac failure. A cranial bruit is usually heard. Despite the size of the lesion, neurological signs are unusual.

    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  

    Page 4     61-80 of 91    Back | 1  | 2  | 3  | 4  | 5  | Next 20

    free hit counter