Tag: Chiari malformation

  • Syringomyelia

    Syringomyelia: Definition and Description of Syringomyelia: Syringomyelia is a rare neurological condition characterized by the development of a fluid-filled cyst, known as a syrinx, within the spinal cord. This syrinx can expand and elongate over time, leading to the disruption of normal spinal cord function. Typically associated with conditions such as Chiari malformation, where brain…

  • Morvan Disease — Syringomyelia

    Morvan Disease — Syringomyelia: Definition and Description of Morvan Disease — Syringomyelia: Morvan Disease, often intertwined with the condition known as syringomyelia, is a rare neurological disorder characterized by the formation of a fluid-filled cyst, known as a syrinx, within the spinal cord. This syrinx can progress over time, leading to various neurological symptoms. Morvan…

  • Chiari-Budd Syndrome

    Chiari-Budd Syndrome Definition and Description of Chiari-Budd Syndrome Chiari-Budd Syndrome is a rare medical condition characterized by a combination of Chiari malformation, which involves abnormalities of the cerebellum, and Budd-Chiari syndrome, a blockage of the hepatic veins that leads to liver problems. This syndrome primarily affects the central nervous system and the liver, causing a…