Gerstmann’s syndrome
Written and reviewed by Dr Ibrahim Imam, Consultant Neurologist. Last reviewed .
Gerstmann’s syndrome. This is caused by lesions in the dominant parietal lobe. It usually involves the angular gyrus. Fully referenced neurology checklist.
Pathology
- This is caused by lesions in the dominant parietal lobe
- It usually involves the angular gyrus
- The lesions are usually large
Cardinal features
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Significance of cardinal features
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Causes
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References
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