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My 15 yr old daughter mri showed chiari 1 malform (7mm)she has been having bad daily headaches for 2 mos. she had been referred to a neurosurgeon ?
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Pediactric neurosurg: Make sure the pediatric neurosurgeon has a great deal of experience dealing with chiari 1 malformations. Usually in academic centers.
Answered 3/18/2017
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See specialist: She should see a pediatric neurosurgeon for a thorough evaluation and treatment.
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