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Aicardi syndrome is a congenital disorder thought to result from an abnormality of the X chromosome and characterized by absence of the corpus callosum, retinal abnormalities, and seizures (often infantile spasms).
History
It was first described by Jean Aicardi, a french neurologist, in 1965.
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Chronic Illness
Genetic Disorders
Aicardi Syndrome Foundation - Information about the disease, a medical survey, where to get help, publications and a chat room for support.
Meta Description: [ Aicardi Syndrome ]
Contact a Family: Aicardi Syndrome - General information, including associated conditions, plus inheritance patterns.
Meta Description: [ Contact a Family is a UK charity for families with disabled children. We offer information on specific conditions and rare disorders. ]
Corpal - A support group for the families and carers of those affected by this condition. Includes information and reports, letters, and resources.
Medline Plus: Aicardi Syndrome - Definition, symptoms, signs and treatments. Includes support group information plus an illustration.
National Library of Medicine: Aicardi syndrome - provides a summary, list of synonyms, and the major features.
NINDS: Agenesis of the Corpus Callosum - Information sheet by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, including symptoms, treatment and prognosis.
Meta Description: [ Agenesis of the Corpus Callosum information sheet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). ]
NINDS: Aicardi Syndrome - Information sheet compiled by National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke with general information, and a list of organisations.
Meta Description: [ Aicardi Syndrome information sheet compiled by NINDS. ]
