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Can chiari malformation be passed down to your kids?
Yes, it is a hereditary disease.
What is an X-linked disorder that causes malformation of the skull?
An x linked disorder that causes malformattion of the skull is
What is the difference between an Arnold Chiari Malformation and Chiari Malformation?
An AVM is an arteriovenous malformation, so it is a malformation that connects arteries and veins, while a Chiari Malformation (more commonly referred to as an Arnold-Chiari Malformation) is one where part of the brain herniates (pushes through) the base of the skull.
What is ancephaly?
Anencephaly is a lethal birth defect characterized by the absence of all or part of the skull and scalp and malformation of the brain.
Is Arnold chiari malfunction hereditary?
Yes. But not in all cases. I myself have Chiari Malformation Type I and my mom and grandma have it, but the gene skipped my older brother who does not have this malformation.
Does Arnold-Chiari Malformation have heredity characteristics?
Yes, there is evidence to suggest that Arnold-Chiari Malformation may have a hereditary component, but the exact genetic factors involved are still under investigation. It is believed that genetic mutations may play a role in predisposing individuals to developing this condition.
What is a Chiari malformation?
Chiari II anomaly-- A structural abnormality of the lower portion of the brain (cerebellum and brain stem) associated with spina bifida. The lower structures of the brain are crowded and may be forced into the foramen magnum.
What is involved in embolization?
Embolization involves plugging up access to the malformation. This technique does not require opening the skull to expose the brain and can be used to treat deep AVMs.
What laboratory tests are used to confirm chiari malformation?
Chiari malformation is primarily diagnosed through imaging studies rather than laboratory tests. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is the most common method used to visualize the brain and spinal cord, revealing the tonsillar herniation characteristic of Chiari malformation. Occasionally, a CT scan may also be utilized for further assessment. Additional tests may include genetic testing if a hereditary condition is suspected, but these are not standard for diagnosing Chiari malformation itself.
How can chiari malformation be treated?
The steps being made to cure Chiari Malformation that is diagnosed as a child is surgery and there are a few types that are done depending on the severity. One way is they remove a small portion of bone at the base of the skull to relieve pressure.
What was the name of the prince?
Prince's son was named Boy Gregory. He was born in 1996 but lived only about a week. He suffered from Pheiffer's Syndrome, a malformation of the skull. http://hubpages.com/hub/PrinceRogersNelson
What was the name of Prince's child?
Prince's son was named Boy Gregory. He was born in 1996 but lived only about a week. He suffered from Pheiffer's Syndrome, a malformation of the skull. http://hubpages.com/hub/PrinceRogersNelson
