Absence of Septum Pellucidum

Absence of septum pellucidum is an uncommon disorder referring to the abnormal development of the slim layer of membrane located within the mid-section of the brain. It is associated with other brain abnormalities such as septo-optic dysplasmia. People born with Absence of Septum Pellucidum may suffer vision impairment and even blindness. Absence of Septum Pellucidum is usually detected early in childhood as a consequence of other closely-linked abnormalities.

What are the symptoms of Absence of Septum Pellucidum?

Restricted movement, poor co-ordination and hormone deficiency resulting in shortened height are other symptoms commonly association with Absence of Septum Pellucidum. Learning difficulties are frequent in patients with Absence of Septum Pellucidum.

Other symptoms of Absence of Septum Pellucidum include a wasting of a part or parts of the body and involuntary eye movement. Behaviour control may be lacking in some patients and seizures may also occur. As of yet, the cause of Absence of Septum Pellucidum has not been discovered.

How is Absence of Septum Pellucidum treated?

Common treatment of Absence of Septum Pellucidum is both supportive and symptomatic. Doctors may provide pituitary hormones to promote growth and drugs for the treatment of epilepsy may also be provided.

What is the prognosis for Absence of Septum Pellucidum?

The outlook of Absence of Septum Pellucidum will vary from patient to patient and much will depend on the severe nature of co-occurring brain disorders. Absence of Septum Pellucidum is not considered a life-threatening condition on its own.