What is another word for gray matter heterotopia?
Pronunciation: [ɡɹˈe͡ɪ mˈatə hˌɛtɹə͡ʊtˈə͡ʊpi͡ə] (IPA) 
Gray matter heterotopia is a condition in which clusters of neurons are located in abnormal locations within the brain. These clusters can form as a result of genetic mutation or environmental factors. Synonyms for gray matter heterotopia include cortical dysplasia, neuronal migration disorder, and cerebral cortex dysgenesis. Other related conditions include lissencephaly, which is characterized by the lack of normal folds in the brain, and polymicrogyria, which is characterized by an excessive number of small folds in the brain. Gray matter heterotopia can lead to a range of neurological symptoms, including seizures and intellectual disability, and treatment may involve surgery or medication.
