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Microvascular Decompression: Salient Surgical Principles and Technical Nuances
Published on: July 5, 2011
Cranio-cervical decompression and expansile duroplasty for isolated fourth ventricle in a patient with Chiari II
1Department of Neurosurgery, Royal Adelaide Hospital, North Terrace, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. lisabanh01@gmail.com
Abstract:
The management of isolated fourth ventricle in Chiari II malformation remains a complex challenge. Commonly accepted treatment options have been associated with high rates of complications and failure. Cranio-cervical decompression and autologous expansile duroplasty may be an effective primary intervention for this condition.
