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Rasmussen's encephalitis — Definition

Rasmussen ensefaliti / Rasmussen's encephalitis
Rasmussen encephalitis is a rare and progressive brain inflammation, usually starting in childhood. The disease often leads to uncontrolled epileptic seizures, motor and cognitive functions by affecting a brain hemisphere. This condition, which is thought to be triggered by a mechanism of autoimmune, can cause permanent neurological damage if not treated.
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🇹🇷 Rasmussen ensefaliti
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🇬🇧 Rasmussen's encephalitis
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❓ What is Rasmussen ensefaliti?
Rasmussen ensefaliti; rasmussen encephalitis is a rare and progressive brain inflammation, usually starting in childhood. The disease often leads to uncontrolled epileptic seizures, motor and cognitive functions by affecting a brain hemisphere. This condition, which is thought to be triggered by a mechanism of autoimmune, can cause permanent neurological damage if not treated.
❓ What is Rasmussen's encephalitis in Turkish?
The Turkish equivalent of "Rasmussen's encephalitis" is Rasmussen ensefaliti.
❓ Which medical field is Rasmussen ensefaliti related to?
This term belongs to the Diseases category.