Lissencephaly is a spectrum of rare, genetic disorders in which the brain fails to develop its hallmark folds. ... 'Smooth brain' disorders may share a common cause—and a potential treatment.

The rare brain disorder is also known as smooth brain. It’s caused by a genetic abnormality. Babies diagnosed with it lack the folds in their brains, which interferes with their development, ...

Massachusetts family raising awareness about 'smooth brain' condition, lissencephaly IT’S A DEVASTATING CONDITION THAT CAN ROB FAMILIES OF MILESTONES THAT MANY TAKE FOR GRANTED.

Listen to this story ‘Smooth brain’ disorders may share a common cause — and potential treatment. 0:00 / 0:00. Lissencephaly is a spectrum of rare, genetic disorders in which the brain fails to ...