Chiari Malformation in Children

Chiari malformation type 1 (CM1) is often found incidentally. However, patients with symptoms or signs referable to CM1 or an associated syrinx will likely benefit from surgical intervention. Patients who are not symptomatic from CM1 at presentation are unlikely to become symptomatic at follow-up.

Source: Pediatric Clinics of North America - July 9, 2021 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Gregory W. Albert Source Type: research