Chiari malformation
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Congenital hindbrain abnormalities. Classified into 4 types.
Web Resources for Chiari malformation
ICD 10 code: Q07,Q04
Relevant Clinical Literature
UK Guidance
Other Wikis
Medpedia on Chiari malformation (Less technical, good quality control)
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Described about 1891 by Hans Chiari
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Chiari I
Herniation of elongated, peg-like cerebellar tonsils through the foramen magnum into the space around the cervical spine.
Chiari II
Also known as Arnold-Chiari malformation.
Chiari III
Chiari IV
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