Dandy-Walker Variant: A Case Report

Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports - Year 2014, Vol 2, Issue 1

Abstract

Dandy–Walker malformation is a rare abnormality of the central nervous system (CNS) with a reported incidence of 1 in 30000 live births and a slight female predominance. Dandy Walker variant forms part of the spectrum of Dandy Walker malformation. It is characterized by partial agenesis of the vermis along with mild expansion of the foramen magnum. Keywords: Dandy–Walker, malformation, cerebellar vermis.

Authors and Affiliations

Dr. Sreelatha S, Dr. Vedavathy Nayak, Dr. Sathya P, Dr. Nirmala Hanji

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Dr. Sreelatha S, Dr. Vedavathy Nayak, Dr. Sathya P, Dr. Nirmala Hanji (2014). Dandy-Walker Variant: A Case Report. Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports, 2(1), -. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-375315