We present a case of a 27-year-old primigravida with Arnold-Chiari malformation (ACM) and a complex medical history. Despite challenges posed by hypothyroidism, bronchial asthma, and recurrent seizures, she underwent successful elective cesarean section at term. The neonate, delivered without active resuscitation, exhibited transient hyperbilirubinemia. Postoperatively, the mother experienced pseudoseizures and back pain attributed to bromyalgia. Multidisciplinary care involving neurosurgery, endocrinology, pulmonology, and anesthesiology consultations was integral. This case highlights the importance of collaborative management and close monitoring in navigating ACMs during pregnancy.
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