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Chiari 1 malformation presenting as strabismus.

Lionel Kowal1, Claudia Yahalom, Neil H Shuey

  • 1Royal Victorian Eye & Ear Hospital and Centre for Eye Research Australia, 19 Simpson Street, East Melbourne, Victoria 3002, Australia. strabism@netspace.net.au

Binocular Vision & Strabismus Quarterly
|February 7, 2006
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Strabismus and diplopia can be key early signs of Chiari 1 malformation. Prompt diagnosis and management of these visual symptoms, even without other neurological issues, are crucial.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Ophthalmology
  • Neuroscience

Background:

  • Type 1 Chiari malformation is a rare condition.
  • Strabismus is an uncommon presenting symptom of Chiari 1 malformation.

Observation:

  • A case series of twelve patients with Chiari 1 malformation presenting with strabismus or diplopia was analyzed.
  • Ten patients reported diplopia; two young children presented with esotropia.
  • Esotropia was the most frequent oculomotor disturbance observed.

Findings:

  • Strabismus or diplopia can be the primary presenting feature of Chiari 1 malformation.
  • Neurological signs associated with Chiari 1 malformation may be subtle or nonspecific.
  • Primary management of strabismus with prisms or surgery can be effective.

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Implications:

  • Chiari 1 malformation should be considered in patients with unexplained strabismus or diplopia.
  • Early ophthalmological intervention may be beneficial for patients with Chiari 1 malformation.
  • Neurosurgical decompression is not always necessary for visual symptom resolution.