tuberous sclerosis

tuberous sclerosis definition - medical

tuberous sclerosis

noun
An inherited disease characterized by hamartomas of the brain, retina, and viscera, as well as epileptic seizures, mental retardation, and skin nodules of the face. Also called Bourneville's disease.

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