rolandic epilepsy

rolandic epilepsy definition - medical

ro·lan·dic epilepsy (rō-lănˈdĭk)

noun
An inherited form of epilepsy occurring in children and characterized by arrested speech and muscular contractions of the side of the face and arm.

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