Causes of Chiari Malformation

List of causes of Chiari Malformation

Following is a list of causes or underlying conditions (see also Misdiagnosis of underlying causes of Chiari Malformation) that could possibly cause Chiari Malformation includes:

• Congenital abnormality
• Myelomeningocele (type of Spina bifida)
• Syringomyelia
• Spina bifida

Chiari Malformation as a symptom:

Conditions listing Chiari Malformation as a symptom may also be potential underlying causes of Chiari Malformation. Our database lists the following as having Chiari Malformation as a symptom of that condition:

• Meckel Syndrome

Related information on causes of Chiari Malformation:

As with all medical conditions, there may be many causal factors. Further relevant information on causes of Chiari Malformation may be found in:

• Hidden causes of Chiari Malformation