Clinical trials: Chiari Malformations
Chiari Malformations
Dynamic MRI and Quantitative MR CSF Flow Studies in Craniovertebral Junction Anomalies
The purpose of this study is to decide which position of the neck affects cerebral spinal fluid (CSF) flow between the spinal cord and the brain.
- Trial name
- NCT00795080
- Testing
- Dynamic cervical MRI scans
- Volunteers
- 50 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Michigan
Malformation Brain
Neuroradiology Assesses Chiari Malformation's Impact on Airways, Cranial Base, and Sleep Disorders in Children.
The severity of sleep disorders in patients with Chiari malformations can vary. The investigators propose to establish a correlation between the severity of sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) and the quantitative neuroradiological…
- Trial name
- CHDSB (NCT05913297)
- Testing
- Magnetic Resonance, Polysomnographic evaluation
- Where
- Italy
- Volunteers
- 138 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS
Chiari Malformation, Type 1
Identification of Genetic Mutations Involved in Chiari Type I Malformations
Although most cases of Chiari malformation type I (CM1) are sporadic, familial cases of CM1, with or without syringomyelia, suggest a genetic cause in the pathogenesis of these malformations.
- Trial name
- ChiariGene (NCT05165030)
- Testing
- Blood Sample
- Where
- France
- Volunteers
- 40 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris
Arnold-Chiari Malformation, Type 1, Chiari Malformation Type I
Posterior Fossa Decompression With or Without Duraplasty for Chiari Type I Malformation With Syringomyelia
The purpose of this study is to determine whether a posterior fossa decompression or a posterior fossa decompression with duraplasty results in better patient outcomes with fewer complications and improved quality of life in…
- Conditions
- Arnold-Chiari Malformation, Type 1, Chiari Malformation Type I, Type I Arnold-Chiari Malformation, Syringomyelia
- Trial name
- NCT02669836
- Testing
- Posterior fossa decompression, Dural Augmentation
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 162 people
- Sponsor
- Washington University School of Medicine
Myelomeningocele, Brain Malformation
The Role of CSF in Chiari II Brain Malformation
Spina bifida, particularly its most severe form known as open spina bifida (myelomeningocele), is a significant congenital disorder that results in profound neurological impairments, including Chiari II malformation.
- Conditions
- Myelomeningocele, Brain Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 2
- Trial name
- NCT06560788
- Testing
- collection of cerebrospinal fluid
- Volunteers
- 18 people
- Sponsor
- University College, London
Chiari I Malformation, Pediatric
Postual Control in Pediatric Chiari I Malformation
BACKGROUND: Chiari I malformation is a rare disease characterized by cerebellar amygdalae descent under the level of the foramen magnum.
- Trial name
- NCT04679792
- Testing
- Dynamic posturography
- Where
- France
- Volunteers
- 70 people
- Sponsor
- Central Hospital, Nancy, France
Tethered Cord, Chiari I Malformation
Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Spine
Diffusion-weighted (DW) magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) imaging is a well established method for detecting acute injury to the brain and is used on all children undergoing an MRI brain scan at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.
- Trial name
- MRIS (NCT01382290)
- Testing
- MRI
- Where
- United States
- Sponsor
- Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Open Spina Bifida, Myelomeningocele
Fetoscopic Open Spina Bifida Repair Using the SAFER Technique
Children submitted to fetoscopic in utero myelomeningocele repair using the SAFER (Skin-over-biocellulose for Anternatal FEtoscopic Repair) technique will evaluate at 30 months or more, regarding ambulation, neurodevelopment…
- Conditions
- Open Spina Bifida, Myelomeningocele, Meningomyelocele, Chiari Malformation With Spina Bifida
- Trial name
- NCT04356703
- Testing
- Neuropsicomotor developmental test
- Where
- Brazil
- Volunteers
- 30 people
- Sponsor
- Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein
Syringomyelia, Type I Arnold Chiari Malformation
Genetic Analysis of the Chiari I Malformation
The purpose of this study is to better understand the genetic factors related to the Chiari I malformation. In people with this abnormality, the lower part of the skull is smaller than normal.
- Trial name
- NCT00004738
- Where
- 2 sites in United States, Russia
- Volunteers
- 152 people
- Sponsor
- National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)
Chiari Type I Malformation
The Genetics of Chiari Type I Malformation
Duke University Medical Center is investigating the hereditary basis of Chiari type I malformations with or without syringomyelia (CM1/S).
- Trial name
- NCT01060800
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 2,000 people
- Sponsor
- Duke University
Arnold-Chiari Malformation, Posterior Fossa Tumors
Efficacy of Acetaminophen in Posterior Fossa Surgery
Uncontrolled pain after posterior fossa surgery and associated negative side effects of conventional opioid therapy causes significant morbidity and mortality in infants and children.
- Trial name
- NCT02532322
- Testing
- IV acetaminophen, normal saline
- Where
- United States
- Sponsor
- Children's National Research Institute
Chiari Malformation
Dural Graft Equivalent Comparison Trial
This research study is to find out which types of dural grafts used during surgery for Chiari Malformations are superior. We believe that autologous dural grafts are superior to non-autologous grafts.
- Trial name
- DECOMPRESS (NCT01667770)
- Testing
- decompression of Chiari malformation
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 41 people
- Sponsor
- St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix
Fetal Anomaly, Spinal Dysraphism
An Audit of the Posterior Fossa Characterization in Open Spina Bifida Based on Tertiary Center Experience
Brain stem and posterior fossa measurements in spina bifida aperta fetuses to compare them with normal population. Additionally, Describe the difference between pre- and postoperative findings.
- Conditions
- Fetal Anomaly, Spinal Dysraphism, Chiari Malformation Type 2
- Trial name
- NCT03544970
- Where
- Belgium
- Volunteers
- 316 people
- Sponsor
- Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven
Chiari Malformation Type I, Tonsillectomy
PFDD Versus PFDRT in Chiari Decompression Surgery
The purpose of this study is to determine whether a posterior fossa decompression and duraplasty with or without tonsil manipulation results in better patient outcomes with fewer complications and improved quality of life in…
- Trial name
- NCT06079125
- Testing
- Posterior fossa decompression with duraplasty, PFDD with tonsillar resection/reduction
- Where
- China
- Volunteers
- 250 people
- Sponsor
- Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing
Chiari Malformation, Type 1
Modalities of Surgical Treatment of Chiari Malformation Disease : Clinical Study and Outcomes
Evaluation of postoperative outcomes of Chiari type I Malformation Patients at Department of Neurosurgery Assiut University Hospital .
- Trial name
- NCT06029101
- Testing
- posterior fossa craniectomy with or without duraplasty
- Where
- Egypt
- Volunteers
- 12 people
- Sponsor
- Assiut University