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What is the definition of Arachnoid Cysts?
Arachnoid cysts are sacs filled with cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) that are located between the brain or spinal cord and the arachnoid membrane, one of the three membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord. Arachnoid cysts can be primary or secondary. Primary Arachnoid cysts are congenital (present at birth), resulting from abnormal development of the brain and spinal cord during early pregnancy. Secondary Arachnoid cysts are less common, and result from head injuries, meningitis, tumors, or as a complication of brain surgery. Signs and symptoms depend on the location and size of the cyst and may include headache, nausea and vomiting, seizures, hearing and visual disturbances, vertigo, and difficulties with balance and walking. Although many affected individuals develop symptoms in the first year of life, some never develop symptoms. In some cases, Arachnoid cysts are part of a genetic syndrome such as Chudley-McCullough syndrome, mucopolysaccharidosis, or Marfan syndrome, where there are many other associated signs and symptoms.
What are the alternative names for Arachnoid Cysts?
  • Arachnoid cysts
  • Arachnoid cysts, intracranial
  • Intracranial arachnoid cysts
Who are the top Arachnoid Cysts Local Doctors?
Elite in Arachnoid Cysts
Dr. Cormac O. Maher
Neurosurgery
Elite in Arachnoid Cysts
Dr. Cormac O. Maher
Neurosurgery
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Stanford Medicine Children's Health Specialty Services-Walnut Creek-Pediatric Neurolog

106 La Casa Via, 
Walnut Creek, CA 
925-239-2900
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Cormac Maher is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Maher is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. He is also highly rated in 65 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arachnoid Cysts, Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Laminectomy.

Elite in Arachnoid Cysts
Elite in Arachnoid Cysts
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Santiago De Compostela, GA, ES 

Miguel Gonzalez-Gelabert practices practicing medicine in Santiago De Compostela, Spain. Mr. Gonzalez-Gelabert is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arachnoid Cysts, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Thalamotomy.

 
 
 
 
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Distinguished in Arachnoid Cysts
Distinguished in Arachnoid Cysts
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University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center

3705 5th Ave, 
Pittsburgh, PA 
412-647-3087
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Matthew Adamo is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Adamo is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. He is also highly rated in 49 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Plagiocephaly, Hydrocephalus, Arachnoid Cysts, Craniectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center