Abstract
Introduction
Chiari malformation type I (CM-I) with cervicothoracic syringomyelia can progress slowly this condition which is very common in clinical practice, particularly in children.
Case presentation
Patients typically present with chronic complaints, including headache, dizziness, and numbness, although are few reports in the literature describing pediatric patients who developed acute neurological deficits caused by CM-I. Here, we report an unusual presentation of this condition; the patient presented with sudden onset arm swelling with no precipitating factors that could explain the diagnosis.
Discussion
This is an illustrated case report and literature review. The patient’s condition improved post-operatively; in terms of arm and hand swelling which resolved, but he still complained of persistent numbness on a follow-up visit.
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BF, HBA, and MIB designed the study. BF, HBA collected the clinical data. BF, MIB, and SB analyzed and interpreted the data. BF, HBA, MIB, and SB drafted the manuscript. BF, HBA, and SB checked and approved the authenticity of the raw data. All authors read and approved the final manuscript.
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Fallatah, B., Ben Ali, H., Bhatti, M.I. et al. Acute presentation of Chiari malformation type I in adulthood with arm swelling, a case report and literature review. Spinal Cord Ser Cases 9, 27 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41394-023-00583-5
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