Spot Diagnosis

Septo-optic dysplasia {DeMorsier’s Syndrome}



Question :
Child presents with blindness, nystagmus and seizures.



What is the diagnosis?

Discussion :
Septo-optic dysplasia {DeMorsier’s Syndrome}. Note the absent septum pellucidum. The absent septum pellucidum results in a boxlike configuration of the anterior horn of the lateral ventricles. Also note the thin optic tracts. Septo-optic dysplasia is an anterior midline congenital anomaly, affecting females more than males {M:F=1:3}, that consists of hypoplasia of the optic nerves, along with absence {64 percent} or hypoplasia {34 percent} of the septum pellucidum.

Correct Answers : yes  4%

Last Shown : Jan 2008
 
Disclaimer: The information given by www.pediatriconcall.com is provided by medical and paramedical & Health providers voluntarily for display & is meant only for informational purpose. The site does not guarantee the accuracy or authenticity of the information. Use of any information is solely at the user's own risk. The appearance of advertisement or product information in the various section in the website does not constitute an endorsement or approval by Pediatric Oncall of the quality or value of the said product or of claims made by its manufacturer.
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0