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Otoneurological manifestations in Chiari-I malformation

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

F. W. J. Albers  and
K. J. A. O. Ingels
F. W. J. Albers*
Affiliation:
Ghent, Belgium
K. J. A. O. Ingels
Affiliation:
Ghent, Belgium
*
F. W. J. Albers, M.D. Ph.D., Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University Hospital Ghent, De Pintelaan 185 B-9000 Ghent, Belgium.
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Abstract

The type I Chiari malformation consists of a caudal displacement of the cerebellar tonsils through the foramen magnum into the cervical spinal canal. The most common presenting symptoms, such as pain, weakness and headache, are frequently preceded by otoneurological symptoms. Sensorineural hearing loss, vertigo, nystagmus, dysequilibrium, tinnitus and other cranial nerve involvement have been reported in Chiari-I malformation. A case report is presented and the clinical features of the disease are discussed with emphasis on the otoneurological aspects.

Keywords

Chiari-I malformationOtoneurology
Type
Clinical Records
Information
The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 107 , Issue 5 , May 1993 , pp. 441 - 443
Copyright
Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1993

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