PEHO syndrome
PEHO Syndrome
PEHO syndrome (pronounced: pee-ho) is a rare neurological disorder. The term "PEHO" is an acronym derived from the main clinical features of the syndrome: Progressive Encephalopathy with Edema, Hypsarrhythmia, and Optic atrophy.
Etymology
The term PEHO syndrome was first described in 1991 by a group of Finnish researchers. The name is an abbreviation of the main clinical features of the syndrome.
Definition
PEHO syndrome is a rare neurological disorder characterized by progressive encephalopathy, edema, hypsarrhythmia, and optic atrophy. It is a severe condition that affects the central nervous system and can cause a variety of symptoms, including developmental delay, seizures, and visual impairment.
Symptoms
The main symptoms of PEHO syndrome include:
- Progressive encephalopathy: This is a general term that refers to any type of brain disease that worsens over time. In the case of PEHO syndrome, this can include developmental delays and intellectual disability.
- Edema: This refers to swelling caused by excess fluid trapped in the body's tissues. In PEHO syndrome, this can occur in various parts of the body, including the face and limbs.
- Hypsarrhythmia: This is a specific type of abnormal brain wave pattern that is often seen in infants with severe epilepsy. It is characterized by a chaotic, disorganized pattern of electrical activity in the brain.
- Optic atrophy: This is a condition that affects the optic nerves, which carry information from the eyes to the brain. Optic atrophy in PEHO syndrome can lead to vision loss.
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References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on PEHO syndrome
- Wikipedia's article - PEHO syndrome
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