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Chiari II MalformationAka: Arnold-Chiari Malformation

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  1. See Also
    1. Chiari I Malformation
    2. Dysraphism
  2. Definition: Chiari II Malformation
    1. Cerebellum and brain stem elongate via foramen magnum
  3. Presentation
    1. Presentation as infant (10% of cases)
      1. Apnea
      2. Stridor
      3. Weak cry
    2. Insidious course during childhood
      1. Gait abnormality
      2. Spasticity
      3. Incoordination
  4. Associated Conditions
    1. Myelomeningocele
    2. Hydrocephalus
    3. Corpus callosum abnormalities
  5. Management
    1. Management of Myelomeningocele and Hydrocephalus
    2. Decompression of at foramen magnum may be indicated
  6. References
    1. Behrman (2000) Nelson Pediatrics, Saunders, p. 1810
    2. Goldman (2000) Cecil Medicine, Saunders, p. 2076

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