TY - JOUR
T1 - Congenital abnormalities of the posterior fossa
AU - Boseman, Thangamadhan
AU - Orman, Gunes
AU - Boltshauser, Eugen
AU - Tekes, Aylin
AU - Huisman, Thierry A.G.M.
AU - Poretti, Andrea
N1 - Publisher Copyright:
© RSNA, 2015
PY - 2015/1/1
Y1 - 2015/1/1
N2 - The frequency and importance of the evaluation of the posterior fossa have increased significantly over the past 20 years owing to advances in neuroimaging. Nowadays, conventional and advanced neuroimaging techniques allow detailed evaluation of the complex anatomic structures within the posterior fossa. A wide spectrum of congenital abnormalities has been demonstrated, including malformations (anomalies due to an alteration of the primary developmental program caused by a genetic defect) and disruptions (anomalies due to the breakdown of a structure that had a normal developmental potential). Familiarity with the spectrum of congenital posterior fossa anomalies and their well-defined diagnostic criteria is crucial for optimal therapy, an accurate prognosis, and correct genetic counseling. The authors discuss the spectrum of posterior fossa malformations and disruptions, with emphasis on neuroimaging findings (including diagnostic criteria), neurologic presentation, systemic involvement, prognosis, and risk of recurrence.
AB - The frequency and importance of the evaluation of the posterior fossa have increased significantly over the past 20 years owing to advances in neuroimaging. Nowadays, conventional and advanced neuroimaging techniques allow detailed evaluation of the complex anatomic structures within the posterior fossa. A wide spectrum of congenital abnormalities has been demonstrated, including malformations (anomalies due to an alteration of the primary developmental program caused by a genetic defect) and disruptions (anomalies due to the breakdown of a structure that had a normal developmental potential). Familiarity with the spectrum of congenital posterior fossa anomalies and their well-defined diagnostic criteria is crucial for optimal therapy, an accurate prognosis, and correct genetic counseling. The authors discuss the spectrum of posterior fossa malformations and disruptions, with emphasis on neuroimaging findings (including diagnostic criteria), neurologic presentation, systemic involvement, prognosis, and risk of recurrence.
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U2 - 10.1148/rg.351140038
DO - 10.1148/rg.351140038
M3 - Article
C2 - 25590398
AN - SCOPUS:84922465526
SN - 0271-5333
VL - 35
SP - 200
EP - 220
JO - Radiographics
JF - Radiographics
IS - 1
ER -