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Chiari malformation occurs when part of the cerebellum extends downward through the opening at the base of the skull.
Common Symptoms
Headaches
Neck pain
Balance problems
Visual symptoms
Weakness or sensory changes
Diagnosis
MRI of the brain and cervical spine is typically used to assess the position of the cerebellum and surrounding neurological structures.
Treatment
Symptomatic Chiari malformation may require decompression surgery to create additional space around the brainstem and spinal cord.
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