2025 Poster Presentations
P383: CHIARI MALFORMATION: MINIMALLY INVASIVE DECOMPRESSION WITH DUROPLASTY
Preston D'Souza, MD; Matias L Costa, MD; Patrick J Karas, MD; The University of Texas Medical Branch
Chiari 1 malformation, a pathology characterized by caudal decent of cerebellar tonsils and subsequent outflow hindrances of cerebrospinal fluid, often requires neurosurgical intervention when conservative management fails. This case highlights a minimally invasive approach utilizing a 3-blade retractor for effective decompression and duraoplasty while minimizing post operative discomfort and maximizing outcomes.