Cephalic Disorders with Neuro-Ophthalmic Manifestations

Abstract

Purpose: To report three different cases of cephalic disorders with neuro-ophthalmic manifestations. Method: Descriptive case report. Case Summary Case 1: 14 years female came with Primary optic atrophy (POA) of both eyes associated with poor intelligence. MRI brain showed disproportionate dilatation of both occipital horn of lateral ventricle suggestive of Colpocephaly. Case 2: 16 years male presented with POA of eyes, horizontal jerky nystagmus and left sided hemiparesis with contracture of left hand since birth. MRI brain suggestive of Open lip Schizencephaly. Case 3: 12 years boy came with alternate exodeviation, left sided hemiparesis since birth. MRI brain suggestive of right sided Procencephalic cyst. Conclusion: Cephalic disorders caused by disturbance in development of fetal nervous system. For most cephalic disorder’s treatment is only symptomatic and supportive. Early diagnosis may ensure patient’s quality of living.