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Definition of Sclerencephaly

Medically reviewed by Dr. Otari Nergadze, Neurosurgeon | Updated: January 2026

Sclerencephaly: Scarring and shrinkage of the substance of the brain. Sclerencephaly occurs because of chronic inflammation of the brain matter.

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