The cisterna magna is a cerebrospinal fluid-filled opening between the meninges surrounding the brain, between the cerebellum and the medulla oblongata portions of the brain. These can sometimes be enlarged (a normal variant). However, the cisterna magna is also enlarged if there is a condition called cerebellar hypoplasia, which is often seen in genetic anomalies such as trisomies.
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My CT scan results mentioned a retrocerebellar cyst or prominent cisterna. Is this a normal finding?
Query: Hi doctor, My CT scan came back, and it said the following: Everything looks fine, but there is a retrocerebellar cyst or prominent cisterna. My symptoms include having experienced vertigo 5 months ago, feeling slightly lightheaded and off-balance at present, getting dizzy when I lift weights, and ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi,I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries.I understand your concern. Good day, and thank you for the information. First, I would like to ask if your dizziness is a spinning or rotating type. If it is, it could be vertigo, which is characterized by a spinning sensation. Vertigo ... Read Full »
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