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Revision as of 14:31, 18 September 2019
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Fahimeh Shojaei, M.D.
Overview
CT scan
CT scan may be helpful in the diagnosis of Arnold Chiari malformation. Findings on CT scan diagnostic of Arnold Chiari malformation depends on the subtype and include:
- herniation of:
- Cerebellar tonsils and vermis
- lower brain stem
- Underdeveloped cerebellum
- Crowded foramen magnum