Many people tell us that, when they consult with their GP about their syringomyeliaA cavity, within the spinal cord, which is filled with cerebrospinal fluid. Syringomyelia cavities come in various “shapes and sizes”, from short, spindle-shaped cavities through to long, tense cavities extending throughout the greater part of the spinal cord. Read more or Chiari malformationAn anatomical abnormality affecting the lowermost part of brain, where it joins the spinal cord, at the top of the neck. Various sub-types are described – see under their individual names. The term hindbrain hernia is sometimes used to incorporate all forms., their doctor confesses to having little or no knowledge about these conditions.
You can now help your GP to help you by directing them to a review article written by our chairman for a journal entitled Practical Neurology.
This is a well-established publication, which is read by many UK neurologists, as well as other specialists and it could also be of use to any GP who may have Chiari or syringomyeliaA cavity, within the spinal cord, which is filled with cerebrospinal fluid. Syringomyelia cavities come in various “shapes and sizes”, from short, spindle-shaped cavities through to long, tense cavities extending throughout the greater part of the spinal cord. Read more patients in their practice.
The article can be accessed via the internet:
Another easy way to access the article is to photograph the QR code provided, on a mobile phone. Once there, the article can be opened and/or downloaded as a .pdf file.
