Holoprosencephaly

Holoprosencephaly is a rare congenital brain malformation that occurs during early fetal development when the prosencephalon, or forebrain, fails to properly divide into two hemispheres. This developmental anomaly can lead to a spectrum of neurological and facial abnormalities, varying in severity depending on the type of holoprosencephaly. Among the different forms, alobar and lobar holoprosencephaly … Read more

Understanding complex neurological conditions can feel overwhelming, especially when multiple terms are combined into one diagnosis. Gross hydrocephalus and lobar holoprosencephaly are two serious conditions that affect brain development, often identified during pregnancy or shortly after birth. When these conditions are discussed together, it usually reflects a complicated developmental issue that impacts the structure and … Read more