What causes ACC and other callosal conditions?
It is often difficult to determine the precise cause of the callosal abnormality, although medical testing, including genetic testing, can sometimes provide valuable information. ACC researchers, including geneticists, are working to gain a better understanding of the causes of callosal conditions. Possible causes include: • Chromosome errors • Inherited genetic factors • Prenatal infections or injuries • Prenatal toxic exposures • Structural blockages, such as cysts • Metabolic disorders • Other unknown factors How are callosal conditions diagnosed? A brain scan is necessary to diagnose callosal conditions. Brain scans include: • Prenatal ultrasound • Prenatal magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) • Computerized tomography (CT scan) • MRI (provides the most detailed information) What other conditions may be associated with callosal abnormalities? Although a callosal abnormality can occur as an isolated condition, it may also occur in association with other brain abnormalities or physical o
