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Septo-Optic Dysplasia

Medical Definition:	A condition resulting from congenital malformations involving the brain. The syndrome of septo-optic dysplasia combines hypoplasia or agenesis of the SEPTUM PELLUCIDUM and the OPTIC NERVE. The extent of the abnormalities can vary. Septo-optic dysplasia is often associated with abnormalities of the hypothalamic and other diencephalic structures, and HYPOPITUITARISM.
Previously Indexed:	Hypogonadism (1966-1971),Optic Nerve (1972-2001),Septum Pellucidum (1972-2001)

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