In Some Severe Cases of Epilepsy That Are Unresponsive to Medication,doctors

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Essay

In some severe cases of epilepsy that are unresponsive to medication,doctors will cut the corpus callosum to try to limit the effects of the seizures.Explain why this procedure works.

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Definitions:

Tubular Destruction

Damage to the tubule cells in the kidney, potentially leading to acute or chronic kidney failure.

Hypospadias

A birth defect in males where the opening of the urethra is not located at the tip of the penis.

Urethral Opening

The external opening of the urethra, through which urine is expelled from the body.

Ventral Surface

Refers to the front or belly side of the body or an organ, contrasting with the dorsal or back side.