Chiari malformation
Also called: Arnold–Chiari malformation
A condition in which brain tissue extends into the spinal canal, present at birth.
- Treatable by a medical professional
- Requires a medical diagnosis
- Lab tests or imaging often required
- Chronic: can last for years or be lifelong
It occurs when part of the skull is abnormally small or misshapen.
Common: More than 200,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
Sources: Mayo Clinic and others. Learn more
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