ARRHINENCEPHALY (ARHINENCEPHALY)
Definition and Nomenclature Arrhinencephaly, sometimes referred to by the alternative term arrhinencephalia, constitutes a severe congenital developmental defect characterized fundamentally by the absence or significant malformation of structures integral to the sense of smell. This condition specifically targets the rhinencephalon, the ancient part of the forebrain primarily associated with olfactory function. The defining feature involves […]