Encephalotrigeminal Angiomatosis

Encephalotrigeminal angiomatosis, also known as Sturge-Weber syndrome, is a rare condition present from birth in which abnormal clusters of blood vessels form and may involve the skin of the face, the eyes, and the brain.

Common manifestations: It is usually accompanied by a reddish patch on the face, and depending on the degree of brain involvement, seizures, headaches, or developmental differences may occur.

Who evaluates it? When the nervous system is involved, the neurosurgeon takes part in its study along with other specialists, given the complexity of this condition.

When to seek care? When there is a congenital facial patch accompanied by neurological symptoms, the prudent step is to request specialized evaluation for careful, personalized follow-up.