A patient undergoes a radical hemispherectomy of the right cerebral hemisphere in order to treat intractable epileptic seizure activity. Which of the following is a likely prognosis for the patient?

A. Partial Recovery of Most Symptoms
B. Permanent Hemianesthesia
C. Permanent Hemiplegia
D. Permanent Ipsilateral Blindness
E. Permanent Loss of Language Comprehension


Answer: A. Partial Recovery of Most Symptoms

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