Conquer Chiari Research Conferences are held bi-annually, bringing together the top neurosurgeons and researchers around the world to discuss the latest advances and many controversies surrounding diagnosis and treatment.
Conquer Chiari Research Conference 2014 : |
| (November 2014) The first conference held at The University of Akron (home of the Conquer Chiari Research Center). View Discussion Summary detailing topics discussed during the conference. |
Conquer Chiari Research Conference 2012 |
| (November 2012) Building on the success of past conferences, this two-day professional research conference focused on new developments in Chiari research, with discussion on issues in diagnosis and treatment. The event brought together the top physicians and researchers involved with Chiari Malformation in a format designed to maximize the exchange of ideas. View Conference Booklet detailing topics discussed during the conference. |
Conquer Chiari Research Conference 2010: New Developments & Controversies
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(November 2010) The third bi-annual research conference
organized by Conquer Chiari again drew over 40 of the top neurosurgeons and
Chiari researchers in the world to discuss the latest advances of diagnosis and
treatment. Chiari Clinical Subtypes and Outcomes by Expression Analysis Christina Markunas, Duke University Mechanisms of cerebellar tonsil herniation in patients with Chiari Dr. Roger Kula, The Chiari Institute Syrinx Formation Dr. Marcus Stoodley, Macquarie University Epistemology of Chiari Dr. Jorge Lazareff, UCLA Adult Tethered Cord Dr. John Oro, Chiari Treatment Center Endoscopic surgeries for Chiari and it's comorbidities Dr. Xiao Di, Cleveland Clinic Cognitive Function in Chiari I Dr. David Frim, University of Chicago Validated CM Symptom Measure Dr. Diane Mueller, University of Missouri Effect of Neck Position on CSF Flow and Compression Dr. Rajiv Bapuraj, University of Michigan Changes in Morphology of Hindbrain Structures After Craniocervical Decompression Dr. John Heiss, National Institutes of Health Medical Management of Chiari Malformation in Children Dr. Ian Butler, University of Texas Decompression with and without duraplasty; morbidity vs recurrence Dr. Thomas Moriarty, Norton Neuroscience Institute Histological & Biomechanical study of dura mater applied to dura splitting decompression Dr. Dorian Chauvet, University of Paris Longitudinal Impedance and Volumetric Expansion as Quantitative Measures of Chiari Severity Dr. Francis Loth, University of Akron Development and Early Clinical Evaluation of Non-invasive MR Measurement of ICP Dr. Noam Alperin, University of Miami In-Vitro Modeling of Syrinx Progression Dr. Bryn Martin, Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne |
Chiari Malformation: State of the Research & New Directions 2008
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(November 2008) A two day professional research conference,
sponsored by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
(NINDS), which brought together the top physicians and researchers in the field
in order to establish the current state of knowledge regarding Chiari
malformation, discuss recent developments in Chiari research, and develop
research recommendations to advance the state of knowledge and care for Chiari
malformation. The meeting presentations breakout working group sessions on:
Definition & Pathophysiology, Symptoms & Diagnostic Criteria, Engineering &
Imaging Techniques, Treatment, Pediatric Issues, and Related Conditions. Pathophysiology Dr. Raymond Sekula, Allegheny General Symptoms & Diagnosis Dr. Timothy George, University of Texas Engineering & Imaging Techniques Dr. Francis Loth, University of Akron Chiari Genetics: Dogs & Humans Dr. Guy Rouleau, McGill University Treatment Dr. John Oro, Chiari Treatment Center Pediatric Issues Dr. Mark Luciano, Cleveland Clinic Related Conditions Dr. David Frim, University of Chicago Keynote: Neuropathic Pain: Sensation and Imaging Dr. Vania Apkarian, Northwestern University Tethered Cord & Chiari Dr. Thomas Milhorat, The Chiari Institute Cellular and Molecular Basis of Chiari Syndrome Kate Jordan Time Course of Syrinx Resolution After Craniocervical Decompression Dr. John Heiss, National Institutes of Health Syringomyelia Pathophysiology Dr. Marcus Stoodley, University of Queensland |
UIC/Conquer Chiari Research Symposium 2007
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(June 2007) The UIC/Conquer Chiari Research Symposium was held
on June 2nd at the University of Illinois-Chicago. The event brought together
top neurosurgeons and researchers from around the world to present their work
and exchange ideas. Working Towards A Cohesive Research Strategy And Agenda Rick Labuda The Importance of Understanding The Neuropsychological Effects of Chiari Dr. Ray D’Alonzo Post-traumatic syringomyelia: numerical models of possible tethering effects of arachnoiditis Dr. Christopher Bertram Can bone decompression alone suffice in certain pediatric cases? Dr. Stephen Fletcher Posterior Fossa Volume In Pediatric Chiari Type 1 Patients Dr. Spyridon Sgouros Chiari I and Syringomyelia Pathophysiology Dr. John Heiss Chiari Surgery: Will A Consensus Develop? Dr. John Oro Theoretical models for the propagation of pressure pulses in the spinal CSF system and implications for the pathogenesis of syringomyelia Dr. Peter Carpenter Epidemiology of Chiari I Malformation Dr. Stephen Hulley High-resolution MRI methods for anatomical and flow imaging Dr. John Oshinski Importance of mechanical forces for patients with Chiari Malformation Dr. Frank Loth CSF Velocity and Flow In Chiari Malformation Dr. Victor Haughton Dural sparing decompression surgery for Chiari I malformation and implications for the management of coexistent autism Dr. Neil Feldstein Treatment of Failed Adult Chiari Malformation Surgery Dr. Ghassan Bejjani Endoscopic Chiari Surgery: Is a ”Minimally invasive” Procedure Enough? Dr. Mark Luciano What Chiari II Can Tell Us About Chiari I Dr. Jorge Lazareff Cellular and molecular origins of Chiari I/II: disentangling the underlying genetic circuitry by microarrays and genomics Dr. Georgy Koentges MRI Measurements of Intracranial Compliance Dr. Terry Lichtor, Dr. Noam Alperin Duraplasty materials for Chiari decompression Q&A Dr. Konstantin Slavin Opening Remarks & Duraplasty materials for Chiari decompression Dr. Konstantin Slavin |