Symptoms of Patients With Chiari Malformation

Publication Date: August 31, 2023
Last Updated: September 29, 2023

Summary of Recommendations

Clinicians may perform foramen magnum decompression surgery on symptomatic patients with CIM to improve pain associated with strain-related headaches. Other symptoms demonstrate more variable response to decompression. (C)
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Overview

Title

Patients With Chiari Malformation: Symptoms

Authoring Organization

Congress of Neurological Surgeons