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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Platybasia | |||
| synonyms = [[Basilar invagination]] | |||
| field = [[Neurology]], [[Orthopedics]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Headache]], [[Neck pain]], [[Dizziness]], [[Neurological deficits]] | |||
| complications = [[Brainstem compression]], [[Cranial nerve palsy]], [[Hydrocephalus]] | |||
| onset = Congenital or acquired | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = [[Congenital malformation]], [[Rheumatoid arthritis]], [[Paget's disease of bone]], [[Osteogenesis imperfecta]] | |||
| risks = [[Genetic predisposition]], [[Connective tissue disorders]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[X-ray]], [[CT scan]], [[MRI]] | |||
| differential = [[Chiari malformation]], [[Atlantoaxial instability]], [[Basilar impression]] | |||
| treatment = [[Surgical decompression]], [[Cervical fusion]], [[Physical therapy]] | |||
| prognosis = Variable, depending on severity and treatment | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Platybasia''' is a medical condition characterized by the flattening of the base of the skull. It is often associated with various other conditions such as [[basilar invagination]], [[Chiari malformation]], and [[syringomyelia]]. | '''Platybasia''' is a medical condition characterized by the flattening of the base of the skull. It is often associated with various other conditions such as [[basilar invagination]], [[Chiari malformation]], and [[syringomyelia]]. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of platybasia can vary greatly depending on the severity of the condition and the presence of associated conditions. Common symptoms may include: | The symptoms of platybasia can vary greatly depending on the severity of the condition and the presence of associated conditions. Common symptoms may include: | ||
* [[Headache]] | * [[Headache]] | ||
* [[Neck pain]] | * [[Neck pain]] | ||
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* [[Difficulty swallowing]] (dysphagia) | * [[Difficulty swallowing]] (dysphagia) | ||
* [[Numbness]] or [[weakness]] in the limbs | * [[Numbness]] or [[weakness]] in the limbs | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Platybasia can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | Platybasia can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | ||
* [[Congenital]] abnormalities | * [[Congenital]] abnormalities | ||
* [[Paget's disease]] of the bone | * [[Paget's disease]] of the bone | ||
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* [[Osteomalacia]] | * [[Osteomalacia]] | ||
* [[Hyperparathyroidism]] | * [[Hyperparathyroidism]] | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of platybasia typically involves a combination of [[physical examination]], patient history, and imaging studies such as [[X-ray]], [[CT scan]], or [[MRI]]. The condition is often diagnosed incidentally during imaging studies for other conditions. | Diagnosis of platybasia typically involves a combination of [[physical examination]], patient history, and imaging studies such as [[X-ray]], [[CT scan]], or [[MRI]]. The condition is often diagnosed incidentally during imaging studies for other conditions. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for platybasia depends on the severity of the condition and the presence of associated conditions. In mild cases, treatment may involve [[pain management]] and [[physical therapy]]. In more severe cases, [[surgery]] may be necessary to correct the skull base deformity and relieve pressure on the brain and spinal cord. | Treatment for platybasia depends on the severity of the condition and the presence of associated conditions. In mild cases, treatment may involve [[pain management]] and [[physical therapy]]. In more severe cases, [[surgery]] may be necessary to correct the skull base deformity and relieve pressure on the brain and spinal cord. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Basilar invagination]] | * [[Basilar invagination]] | ||
* [[Chiari malformation]] | * [[Chiari malformation]] | ||
* [[Syringomyelia]] | * [[Syringomyelia]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Neurological disorders]] | [[Category:Neurological disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Bone diseases]] | [[Category:Bone diseases]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 04:24, 4 April 2025
| Platybasia | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Basilar invagination |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Headache, Neck pain, Dizziness, Neurological deficits |
| Complications | Brainstem compression, Cranial nerve palsy, Hydrocephalus |
| Onset | Congenital or acquired |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Congenital malformation, Rheumatoid arthritis, Paget's disease of bone, Osteogenesis imperfecta |
| Risks | Genetic predisposition, Connective tissue disorders |
| Diagnosis | X-ray, CT scan, MRI |
| Differential diagnosis | Chiari malformation, Atlantoaxial instability, Basilar impression |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Surgical decompression, Cervical fusion, Physical therapy |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable, depending on severity and treatment |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Platybasia is a medical condition characterized by the flattening of the base of the skull. It is often associated with various other conditions such as basilar invagination, Chiari malformation, and syringomyelia.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of platybasia can vary greatly depending on the severity of the condition and the presence of associated conditions. Common symptoms may include:
Causes[edit]
Platybasia can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Congenital abnormalities
- Paget's disease of the bone
- Rickets
- Osteomalacia
- Hyperparathyroidism
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of platybasia typically involves a combination of physical examination, patient history, and imaging studies such as X-ray, CT scan, or MRI. The condition is often diagnosed incidentally during imaging studies for other conditions.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for platybasia depends on the severity of the condition and the presence of associated conditions. In mild cases, treatment may involve pain management and physical therapy. In more severe cases, surgery may be necessary to correct the skull base deformity and relieve pressure on the brain and spinal cord.
