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Cri du chat syndrome is a rare genetic disorder due to a partial chromosome deletion on chromosome 5. [1] Its name is a French term ("cat-cry" or " call of the cat ") referring to the characteristic cat-like cry of affected children. [ 2 ]
Shaken baby syndrome (SBS), also known as abusive head trauma (AHT), is a controversial and scientifically disputed [4] [5] [6] medical condition in children younger than five years old, [3] hypothesized to be caused by blunt trauma, vigorous shaking, or a combination of both. [4] [1]
The shaken baby syndrome diagnosis from doctors and nurses, their emotional response to Nikki’s condition and Roberson’s odd reaction all stacked against the then-suspect, said Wharton.
Psychomotor agitation is a symptom in various disorders and health conditions. It is characterized by unintentional and purposeless motions and restlessness, often but not always accompanied by emotional distress and is always an indicative for admission.
Times article reported on the brain autopsies and cited CJDSS director Coulthart, who said that the three autopsies were negative "for known forms of prion disease". [13] The article said that the federal-provincial health authorities team included "neurologists, epidemiologists, environmentalists and veterinarians" and that "a team of ...
Infantile epileptic spasms syndrome (IESS) previously known as West syndrome needs the inclusion of epileptic spasms for diagnosis. [1] Epileptic spasms (also known as infantile spasms) may also occur outside of a syndrome (that is, in the absence of hypsarrhythmia and cognitive regression) - notably in association with severe brain disorders (e.g. lissencephaly).
CDS independently has a negative impact on functioning (such as a diminished quality of life, [9] increased stress and suicidal behaviour, [10] as well as lower educational attainment and socioeconomic status [11]). CDS is clinically relevant as multiple randomized controlled clinical trials (RCTs) have shown that it responds poorly to ...
It has been reported as a symptom of hyperthyroidism, Graves' disease, or hypothyroidism in combination with depression. [23] PBA has also been observed in association with a variety of other brain disorders, including brain tumors, Wilson's disease, syphilitic pseudobulbar palsy, and various encephalitides.