title: Chiari malformation in pregnancy.
abstract: The diagnosis of Chiari malformation is on the rise owing to the increased frequency of brain imaging for concussion and trauma. This abnormal brain physiology can have a significant impact on the care management of a pregnant woman during the gestational period. Here we present a case example of a pregnant woman presenting in labor with a history of Chiari malformation with surgical treatment during her pregnancy. Antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum considerations are reviewed. This brief article is meant to be used as an easy-reference tool in the clinical setting.
authors.affiliation: Scottsdale Healthcare in Scottsdale, AZ.
authors.forename: Sheryl E
authors.initials: SE
authors.lastname: Parfitt
authors.forename: Cheryl K
authors.initials: CK
authors.lastname: Roth
mesh_terms: D001139:Arnold-Chiari Malformation / Q000150:complications* / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D006287:Health Planning Guidelines; D006801:Humans; D011247:Pregnancy; D011248:Pregnancy Complications / Q000601:surgery
keywords: Chiari malformation; anesthesia; intrapartum; pregnancy