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Pediatrics Hydrocephalus e0e00d50

All of the following are true about Dandy Walker malformation EXCEPT?

A
It is due to the failure of opening of foramen of Magendie
B
4th ventricle forms a cyst in the posterior fossa
C
Cerebellum remains normal
D
Delayed development and spasticity may be seen.
High-Yield Explanation
Dandy Walker malformation: It is d/t failure of opening of foramen of Magendie Results in balooning of posterior wall of 4th ventricle to form a cyst in posterior fossa. Associated with other cerebral & cerebellar anomalies . - Clinical features : Delayed development, spasticity and cerebellar ataxia.

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