Minimally invasive subpial tonsillectomy for Chiari I decompression.

ABSTRACT:

Background

A number of different surgical techniques have been used through the years to address Chiari I malformation (CMI).

Methods

This article describes how we surgically manage CMI at two high-volume centers. We call the technique the minimally invasive subpial tonsillectomy (MIST). The technique consists of a minimalistic dissection and craniectomy with a short, linear durotomy for the subpial tonsillar resection. The dura is closed without the use of a duraplasty.

Conclusions

We describe our current methods of surgery for CMI.

SUBMITTER: Beecher JS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4980444 | biostudies-literature | 2016 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature