Division of Neurology Patient Stories
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Weston’s Story: Management of 4H Leukodystrophy
Leukodystrophies are a group of conditions that affect the white matter of the brain, or the myelin sheath, which surrounds and protects the nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord and assists with transmission of messages between cells.
Broc’s Story: High-intensity Focused Ultrasound to Treat Seizures
Broc was 7 years old when he had his first tonic-clonic seizure (also known as a grand mal). He lost consciousness and had violent muscle contractions. It was extremely frightening for his parents, Heather and Dave, to see.
Elke’s Story: Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody Disease
At age 10, Elke was afflicted by MOGAD, a serious illness that started with acute and severe paralysis and an inability to speak.
Natalie’s Story: Novel Treatment of Aicardi Goutieres Syndrome
Natalie could walk, talk, and was ahead of all milestones for her age. Then, when she was 18 months old, her parents, Nicole and Patrick, noticed her lifting her big toes off the ground when she walked, as though she had a splinter or cut on the bottom of her foot.
Brandon’s Story: Ketogenic Diet Cures Myoclonic Atonic Epilepsy
Read about Brandon's journey from dangerously uncontrollable seizures to seizure-freedom for the past 10 years.
Nadia’s Story: Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy for Cerebral Palsy
Selective dorsal rhizotomy surgery followed by intensive physical and occupational therapy enabled Nadia to walk without an assistive device for the first time at age 6.
Kylen’s Story: Ketogenic Diet to Control Seizures
Just a few days after he was born, Kylen suffered four seizures and was diagnosed with epilepsy.
Killian’s Story: Medical Management of the IMPDH2 Genetic Variant
Call it a mother’s intuition. Though Killian appeared to be growing and developing normally during prenatal appointments, Jennifer couldn’t stop worrying something was wrong.
Hassani’s Story: Hemispherotomy to Control Seizures from Hemimegalencephaly
Learning that their child has a brain condition was a traumatic experience for Samia and Andre.
Katie Grace’s Story: Whole Genome Sequencing to Diagnose Leukodystrophy
Katie Grace’s balance and mobility issues were a mystery until a neurologic issue was identified as the cause. Whole genome sequencing through a clinical trial led by CHOP’s Leukodystrophy Center provided a clear diagnosis and a plan forward.