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Brain malformations

Brain malformations are a group of medical conditions in which the structure of the brain is abnormal. This can cause symptoms such as seizures, headaches, and mental retardation.
Dr. Robert Kwok
Dr. Robert Kwokreviewed this
Pediatrics 33 years experience
Is a type of:Brain diseases
How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common is it?

Rare

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