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Chiari 1 malformation, syrinx and scoliosis

Case contributed by: Dr Frank Gaillard

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Child with asymmetric abdominal reflexes. Review and discuss the first image before reviewing the other images.

From the case: Chiari 1 malformation, syrinx and scoliosis
Modality: X-ray
  • <p>Levoscoliosis</p>

Levoscoliosis

From the case: Chiari 1 malformation, syrinx and scoliosis
Modality: MRI

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  • <p>Levoscoliosis</p>

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Levoscoliosis

Case Discussion:

Child with a Chiari 1 malformation and resulting extensive syrinx with resultant levoscoliosis (note that the scoliosis is C shaped, rather than S shaped). 

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