Sturge-Weber Syndrome
| Sturge-Weber Syndrome | |
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| Term | Sturge-Weber Syndrome |
| Short definition | Sturge-Weber Syndrome - (pronounced) (sterj-VAY-ber SIN-drome) A rare, congenital disorder that affects the brain, skin, and eyes. Abnormal blood vessel growth occurs in the trigeminal nerve in the face and in the meninges (coverings) of the brain. |
| Type | Cancer terms |
| Specialty | Oncology |
| Language | English |
| Source | NCI |
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Sturge-Weber Syndrome - (pronounced) (sterj-VAY-ber SIN-drome) A rare, congenital disorder that affects the brain, skin, and eyes. Abnormal blood vessel growth occurs in the trigeminal nerve in the face and in the meninges (coverings) of the brain. This abnormal growth causes a red or purple discoloration of the skin (sometimes called a port wine stain), usually on one side of the face, and can also cause seizures, learning disabilities, and glaucoma. Also called SWS
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