Agenesis of the Corpus Callosum.Research

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Elliott Sherr M.D. Ph.D and colleagues in the Department of Neurology at UCSF are investigating the genetic causes and associated clinical problems for agenesis of the corpus callosum (ACC).  We are seeking individuals with complete or partial ACC that has been documented by MRI. We are particularly interested in identifying multiplex and/or connsanguineous families. Individuals will undergo an interview, psychometric testing, and a physical examination.  In addition, blood samples will be requested from the individual, both parents and any siblings.  Individuals who visit UCSF may also undergo more extensive testing, including diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) and magnetoencephalography (MEG). Our website provides a basic explanation for patients and also lists contact information: http://www.ucsf.edu/brain/callosum/callosum.htm.

If you have questions, would like to refer a patient or are interested in collaborating, please contact Elliott Sherr at (415) 514-9306 or at sherre@neuropeds.ucsf.edu. Families who are interested in participating can contact: Mari Wakahiro or Vicky Woo, study coordinators, at 415-502-8039 or wakahirom@neuropeds.ucsf.edu. 

This study is approved by the UCSF IRB and sponsored by the NIH and the March of Dimes. 

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Last revised 04-Aug-2006 by Steven Leber