Chiari Malformation: Overview

Provided video will help you understand what Chiari malformations are, how it is linked with syrinx formation, affects of CSF flow, types of Chiari malformations, incidence and genetics involved, clinical presentation, different diagnostic tests, syringomyelia, different treatment options, surgical treatment and what post surgery complications can occur. Timeline: 0:00 – Introduction and objectives 0:57 – Definition of Chiari malformation and syrinx formation 2:35 – CSF flow: normal vs chiari 4:30 – Types of Chiari malformation 6:08 – Incidence and genetics 6:32 – Signs and symptoms 7:49 – Diagnostic tests – MRI and Cine MRI 11:03 – Syringomyelia 13:16 – Treatment options 15:54 – Surgical treatment 27:03 – Recovery from surgery 28:58 – Post surgery complications 30:08 – Results of surgery