Jean Aicardi
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Jean Aicardi is a French doctor.
Aicardi syndrome
Aicardi syndrome
Aicardi syndrome is a rare genetic malformation syndrome characterized by the partial or complete absence of a key structure in the brain called the corpus callosum, the presence of retinal abnormalities, and seizures in the form of infantile spasms...

 and Aicardi-Goutieres syndrome
Aicardi-Goutieres syndrome
Aicardi–Goutières syndrome is a rare genetic disorder. It is also known as Cree encephalitis and pseudo-TORCH syndrome, both of which were once considered separate disorders. It is a type of leukodystrophy and is usually fatal within the first few years...

are named after him.

Aicardi syndrome only affects females, and in very rare cases, males with Klinefelter syndrome (XXY).
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