Bilateral Perisylvian Polymicrogyria
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What is the definition of Bilateral Perisylvian Polymicrogyria?

Bilateral perisylvian polymicrogyria (BPP) is a neurological disorder that affects the cerebral cortex (the outer surface of the brain). The cerebral cortex of the brain normally consists of several deep folds and grooves. In BPP, the grooves that develop during embryonic growth form improperly on both sides of the brain near the Sylvian fissure, resulting in an increased number of folds that are unusually small. Signs and symptoms typically become apparent at birth, infancy, or later during childhood, and may include partial paralysis of the face, tongue, jaw, and throat; problems with speech and swallowing; excessive drooling; and seizures. Mild to severe intellectual disability often is also present. Some people with BPP have other health problems or birth defects. Most cases of BPP occur sporadically in people with no family history of BPP. Rarely, more than one family member has BPP, and the pattern of inheritance depends on the cause. Genetic causes may include genetic changes in single genes and contiguous gene disorders such as 22q11.2 deletion syndrome. BPP has also been reported in association with twin pregnancy complications. The diagnosis of BPP is based on the symptoms present and a thorough neurological evaluation including various imaging techniques.

What are the alternative names for Bilateral Perisylvian Polymicrogyria?

Bilateral perisylvian polymicrogyria
CBPS
Congenital bilateral perisylvian syndrome
PMGX
Perisylvian syndrome
Perisylvian syndrome, congenital bilateral
Polymicrogyria, bilateral perisylvian

Who are the top Bilateral Perisylvian Polymicrogyria Local Doctors?

Elite in Bilateral Perisylvian Polymicrogyria

Dr. Annapurna Poduri

Neurology

Elite in Bilateral Perisylvian Polymicrogyria

Dr. Annapurna Poduri

Neurology

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Boston Children's Hospital

300 Longwood Ave,

Boston, MA

617-730-7970

Languages Spoken:

English

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Annapurna Poduri is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Poduri is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bilateral Perisylvian Polymicrogyria. She is also highly rated in 52 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses West Syndrome, Epilepsy, Polymicrogyria, and Cortical Dysplasia.

Elite in Bilateral Perisylvian Polymicrogyria

Dr. William Dobyns

Pediatrics | Neurology | Medical Genetics

Elite in Bilateral Perisylvian Polymicrogyria

Dr. William Dobyns

Pediatrics | Neurology | Medical Genetics

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M Health Fairview Explorer Pediatric Specialty Clinic

2450 Riverside Avenue, Floor 12,

Minneapolis, MN

612-365-6777

Experience:

48+ years

Languages Spoken:

English

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Accepting New Patients

William Dobyns is a Pediatrics specialist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He has been practicing medicine for over 48 years. Dr. Dobyns is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bilateral Perisylvian Polymicrogyria. He is also highly rated in 46 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Increased Head Circumference, Lissencephaly, Cerebellar Hypoplasia, and Cortical Dysplasia. Dr. Dobyns is board certified in Clinical Genetics And Genomics: American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics, 1987. Dr. Dobyns is currently accepting new patients.

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Experienced in Bilateral Perisylvian Polymicrogyria

Dr. Kate C. Van Poppel

Neurology | Pediatric Neurology

Experienced in Bilateral Perisylvian Polymicrogyria

Dr. Kate C. Van Poppel

Neurology | Pediatric Neurology

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Atrium Health Levine Children's Neurology Concord

100 Medical Park Drive, Suite 310,

Concord, NC

704-381-1450

Languages Spoken:

English

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Kate Van Poppel is a Neurologist and a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Concord, North Carolina. Dr. Van Poppel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bilateral Perisylvian Polymicrogyria. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lissencephaly 1, Joubert Syndrome, Cerebellar Hypoplasia, and VLDLR-Associated Cerebellar Hypoplasia. Dr. Van Poppel is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Neurology With Special Qualification In Child Neurology, American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology, American Board Of Pediatrics, and American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Epilepsy. Dr. Van Poppel is currently accepting new patients.