Microvascular decompression surgery treats the pain of certain nerve conditions that affect the head and neck. The surgery-related risks are few, and many people report an immediate reduction in pain.

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A Chiari malformation (CM) is a type of structural change that affects the lower part of the brain. It’s most often due to a congenital condition that affects the shape or size of the skull.