Question 1

hi, what does it mean some prominence of what is called the central canal in the cervical spine and mild wear and tear changes? no evidence of chiari.

Accepted Answer

No evidence: Of chiari means that there is no chiari malformation.   Otherwise, “some prominence” and “mild wear and tear” are very nonspecific and don’t mean much of anything.

Question 2

chiari, sjogrens, occipital neuralgia, central apnea, hypertension, tachycardia before ablation, urin. retention, now vestibular disease. all related?

Accepted Answer

Tough question: It's unusual to have several separate uncommon conditions, as a coincidence, but it does happen.  There's always a way to tie conditions together, into one condition or it's treatment.  Nothing particular comes to mind, that catches all conditions separately, but a thorough history, physical examination, and review of all testing results, by your doctor can help answer the question.  Take care.

Question 3

what is a borderline chiari?

Accepted Answer

Something to watch: It means that the cerebellum tonsils are descending but have not gone far enough to meet the criteria for a chiari malformation.

Question 4

can you explain arnold chiari?

Accepted Answer

Chiari Malformation: Chiari malformations are when the base opening of the skull is too big allowing part of the cerebellum to come through the opening and compress the brainstem or spinal cord.  They can be mild or very severe with associated abnormalities like a syrinx(hole in the spinal cord), and other problems.

Question 5

what is signs of arnold chiari?

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Arnold-Chiari: A-c is a malformation of the brain consisting of a downward displacement of the cerebellar tonsils through the  opening at the base of the skull, sometimes causing non-communicating hydrocephalus as a result of obstruction of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) outflow.  It can cause headaches, fatigue, facial muscle weakness , difficulty swallowing,  dizziness, nausea, incoordination, and paralysis.

Question 6

what is an arnold chiari type 11?

Accepted Answer

Chiari type II (2)?: Chiari malformations develop due to a decreased size in the back of the skull. Because there is not enough space for the brain to develop, a part of the brain called the cerebellar tonsils get pushed through through the hole where the spinal cord attaches to the brain. This results in increased pressure and development of "cysts" in the spinal cord. Chiari ii has additional brain&cord changes.

Question 7

is arnold-chiari different from chiari?

Accepted Answer

Same thing. But:: There are 4 types of arnold-chiari, or simply chiari, malformations and they all describe malformations of the hindbrain. This should not be confused with budd-chiari syndrome, which happens when a large blood clot blocks the hepatic vein. All named after hans chiari, late 19th centry pathologist from austria.

Question 8

does chiari malformation1 go away on its own?

Accepted Answer

NO: Chiari 1 is an incidental finding of low lying cerebellar tonsils.  This finding is of minimal clinical significance unless a degree of pressure causes some specific symptoms.  In occasional cases decompressive surgery can relieve some of these symptoms.  In some cases the surgery just causes more discomfort.  The findings of the chiari 1 do not change with surgery.

Question 9

could you explain what is arnold-chiari 1 syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Congenital Crowding: Congenital malformation. Is generally asymptomatic during childhood, but often manifests with headaches and cerebellar symptoms. Herniation of cerebellar tonsils.

Question 10

what is the definition or description of: arnold-chiari?

Accepted Answer

Arnold-Chiari: Arnold-Chiari  malformations =  defects of cerebellum, which may push cerebellar tonsils through. foramen magnum &amp; cause hydrocephalus.

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Hi, what does it mean some prominence of what is called the central canal in the cervical spine and mild wear and tear changes? no evidence of chiari.

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